Bentley Mulsanne vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
When we compare the Bentley Mulsanne's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Bentley Mulsanne 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 fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Bentley Mulsanne's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Bentley Mulsanne vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Bentley Mulsanne loses 50.6 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 54.6 percent of its value. This means the Bentley Mulsanne retains 4 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 Mulsanne’s base engine makes 505 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 362 horsepower. The Mulsanne is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 591 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz S-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Bentley Mulsanne. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Bentley Mulsanne has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.506088
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
51998 - 109745
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.546396
Bentley Mulsanne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.785683 / 10
Reliability:
8.271366 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Bentley Mulsanne Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Bentley Mulsanne Trim Levels
Base, Speed
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
505 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
752 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
10 / 16 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
254 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
401 / 591 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
15.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5919 lbs
Width:
86.9 inches
Height:
59.9 inches
Length:
219.5 inches
Wheelbase:
128.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4553 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
58.8 inches
Length:
206.9 inches
Wheelbase:
124.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R18