Head-to-head
Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Volkswagen Phaeton
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class leads on 0–100 km/h (4 s vs 6.1 s). The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is ahead on power (612 hp vs 450 hp). The Mercedes-Benz S-Class starts at €312,583, the Volkswagen Phaeton at €188,790.
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| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Volkswagen Phaeton |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 612 hp | 450 hp |
| Torque | 850 Nm | 560 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 4 s | 6.1 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Consumption | 11 l/100km | 14.5 l/100km |
| CO₂ | 305 g/km | 348 g/km |
| Price | €312,583 | €188,790 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
Figures are for the representative variant of each model; the best value in each row is highlighted.