Let's compare Mercedes-Benz S-Class s 350d vs Porsche Taycan RWD

Compare Mercedes-Benz S-Class s 350d vs Porsche Taycan RWD price, specifications, mileage, features and performance to find the best car for you.

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Here is a detailed comparison of price:

Mercedes-Benz S-Class s 350d

Price

₹ 2.06 Cr

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 3.80 Lakh/month

Porsche Taycan RWD

Price

₹ 1.70 Cr

On-Road Price New Delhi

EMI

₹ 3.13 Lakh/month

From the above comparison, we can conclude that Porsche Taycan feels light on the pocket compared to Mercedes-Benz S-Class by ₹35,81,460.

Dimensions & Seating

Body Type

Sedan

Sedan

Length

5289 mm +326

4963 mm

Width

1954 mm

2144 mm +190

Height

1503 mm +124

1379 mm

WheelBase

3135 mm +235

2900 mm

Ground Clearance

200 mm +73

127 mm

Seating Capacity

5

5

Fuel Tank Capacity

65 Liters

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Boot Space

550 Liters +143

407 Liters

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type

Diesel

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Mileage (KMPL)

15.2 Km/l +10.4

4.8 KM/kWh

Range

988 Kms +299

689 Kms

Engine Type

3.0l M256 Turbocharged I6 + Eq Boost

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Powertrain Assistance

Mild Hybrid

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Emission Standards

Bs Vi

Zev

No. of Cylinders

6

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Displacement

2999 cc

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Max Power

375 bhp @ 6100 rpm

402 Bhp +27

Max Torque

500 Nm @ 1800-5800 rpm +90

410 Nm

Transmission Type

AT

AT

Gear Box

1-AT

1-AT

Drive Type

AWD

RWD

Top Speed

250

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Steering and Suspension

Tilt Adjust

Yes

Yes

Telescopic Adjust

Yes

Yes

Turning Radius

6.2 +0.6

5.6

Front Suspension

Independent, Double Wishbone with Coil Springs

Adaptive Air Suspension

Rear Suspension

Independent, Multi-link, Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping

Adaptive Air Suspension

Front Brakes

Disc

Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc

Disc

Safety & Security

Airbags

10

10

Seatbelt Warning

Yes

Yes

Over Speeding Warning

Yes

Yes

Anti-lock Braking System

Yes

Yes

ESP

Yes

Yes

Brake Assist

Yes

Yes

Tyre Pressure Monitor System

Yes

Yes

Reverse Camera

Yes

Yes

360 Camera

Yes

Yes

Hill Assist

Yes

Yes

Hill Descent Control

Yes

Yes

Child Lock

Yes

Yes

Isofix Child Seat Mount

Yes

Yes

Engine Immobilizer

Yes

Yes

ADAS

Yes

Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Power Windows

Front And Rear

Front And Rear

ORVM Adjustment

Electric

Electric

Request Sensors

Yes

Yes

Push Button Start

Yes

Yes

Cruise Control

Yes

Yes

Keyless Entry

Yes

Yes

Steering Mounted Control

Yes

Yes

Climate Control

Automatic

Automatic

Rear AC Vents

Yes

Yes

Adjustable Steering Column

Yes

Yes

Interior Features

Upholstery

Leather

Leather

Adjustable Front Seats

Yes

Yes

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Yes

Yes

Rear Armrest

Yes

Yes

Rear Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Front Cup Holders

Yes

Yes

Cooled Glovebox

No

Yes

Exterior Features

Sunroof

Panoramic

Panoramic

Wheels

Alloy

Alloy

Fog Lights

Yes

Yes

Tyre Size

285 / 45 R22

265/45 R19

Daytime Running Lights

LED

LED

Headlight Type

Projector Led

Projector Led

Tailgate

Electric

Electric

Roof Rails

Yes

Yes

Rear Wiper

No

Rear Wiper

Infotainment & Telematics

Touch Screen

Yes

Yes

Screen Size

12.8 inch

10.9 inch

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation System

Yes

Yes

Speakers

15

10

Remote App Control

Yes

Yes

Wireless Charging

Yes

Yes

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Telematics

Digital

Digital

Connectivity & Internet

USB Port

Yes

Yes

Navigation

Yes

Yes

Smartphone Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Vs Porsche Taycan Colors
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Black

Black

Porsche Taycan Jet Black Metallic

Jet Black Metallic

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Black

Black

Porsche Taycan Jet Black Metallic

Jet Black Metallic

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Vs Porsche Taycan FAQs

The ex-showroom price of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in India starts at ₹1.78 crore for the S 350d diesel variant and goes up to ₹1.88 crore for the S 450 4MATIC petrol variant. The on-road price can be significantly higher, typically starting from over ₹2.10 crore.

Yes, the S 450 4MATIC petrol variant comes with a 48V mild-hybrid system (EQ Boost) that provides an additional power boost and aids in fuel efficiency.

The ARAI-certified mileage is approximately 12 kmpl for the petrol variant and 18 kmpl for the diesel variant.

The S 450 4MATIC petrol variant comes with the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system. The S 350d diesel variant is a rear-wheel-drive car.

The S 450 4MATIC petrol variant can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in a quick 5.1 seconds. The S 350d is also fast, with a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 6.4 seconds.

The S-Class is renowned for its luxurious interior. Key features include a 12.8-inch OLED central display, a 12.3-inch 3D digital instrument cluster, 64-color ambient lighting, and seats with massage and ventilation functions.

Yes, the S-Class is a top-tier safety vehicle. It has a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating and comes with a comprehensive safety package, including 10 airbags and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

The Porsche Taycan currently starts at about ₹ 1.67 Crore ex-showroom for the rear-wheel drive (RWD) variant, going up to ≈ ₹ 2.69 Crore for top trims like the Turbo.

Depending on variant and battery size, the Taycan offers ≈ 590 km WLTP range for the RWD (89 kWh battery), and real-world/ variant ranges are between ≈ 450-705 km per full charge under ideal conditions.

The Taycan uses battery packs in the range of 89-105 kWh (with Performance Battery Plus options on higher trims). Charging times are approximately 22-25 minutes for DC fast charging from 5-80%, while full AC charging (home/11 kW) takes ~9-10 hours.

In its more powerful trims the Taycan delivers strong numbers: e.g. in Turbo trim ~625 PS (≈ 460-680 PS in boost), 850 Nm torque, and 0-100 km/h times in the order of 3-4 seconds. The RWD base is slower (≈ 4.8 s to 100 km/h). Top speed ~ 230-260 km/h depending on variant.

A buyer who is financially strong, values green / electric mobility but also doesn’t want to compromise on performance or prestige. Someone who has access to home charging or reliable fast chargers, drives regularly enough to benefit from lower running costs, and wants a blend of luxury, speed, tech. Not for someone who only uses car 5 km a day and is fixated purely on cost per km or wants rugged off-road ability.
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