Bentley Continental vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Bentley Continental and Mercedes-Benz S-Class contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Bentley Continental and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
When we compare the Bentley Continental's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Bentley Continental has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Bentley Continental's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2021 Bentley Continental ranges from $182,210 to $229,444 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is priced between $77,199 to $140,629.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Bentley Continental loses 33.5 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 43.9 percent of its value. This means the Bentley Continental retains 10.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Bentley Continental’s base engine makes 542 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 463 horsepower. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 619 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 549 miles.This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Bentley Continental the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Bentley Continental and Mercedes-Benz S-Class are comparable in regards to rear head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$202,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Midsize Cars)
$212,600
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Midsize Cars)
$202,500 - $222,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$131,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$98,231
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$69,200 - $140,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$202,135
Price Range:
$182,210 - $229,444
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Midsize Cars)
$218,589
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Midsize Cars)
$202,135 - $235,042
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
28
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
17,841
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$100,629
Price Range:
$77,199 - $140,629
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$68,785
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$49,186 - $100,629
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
222
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
31,725
# Good or Great Deals:
97
Bentley Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Bentley Continental
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
11.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
7.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
4.7 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Midsize Cars)
0.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Midsize Cars)
0.7 - 0.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
5.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1 - 61.6
Bentley Continental Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Bentley Continental Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 500000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
542 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
568 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.108 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
463 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.098 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
381 / 619 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 549 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.4 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5017 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
55.3 inches
Length:
190.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4740 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
198.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Anthracite Blue Metallic / Lunar Blue Metallic
Gray
Selenite Grey Metallic
Green
Emerald Green Metallic
Red
Rubellite Red Metallic
Silver
Cirrus Silver Metallic
White
designo Cashmere White Magno Matte / designo Diamond White Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Camel
Black
Beluga / Burnt Oak
Blue
Imperial Blue
Brown
Newmarket Tan / Saddle
Gray
Brunel / Porpoise / Portland
Green
Cumbrian Green
Purple
Damson
Red
Cricket Ball / Hotspur
White
Linen / Magnolia
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Blue
Not available
Brown
Saddle Brown/Black
Gray
Crystal Grey/Black
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Bengal Red/Black
White
Porcelain/Deep Sea Blue / Porcelain/Espresso / Porcelain/Espresso Brown / Porcelain/Titian Red
