Porsche Panamera vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
When comparing the Porsche Panamera to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Porsche Panamera has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Panamera versus the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Porsche Panamera versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing
A used 2023 Porsche Panamera ranges from $106,622 to $149,896 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is priced between $115,187 to $152,019. For a new model, the Porsche Panamera's price is between $108,368 and $160,753, with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class priced between $120,481 and $154,400.
Porsche Panamera versus Mercedes-Benz S-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche Panamera is 7.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class' quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Porsche Panamera being ranked 6 out of 25 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 4 out of 25.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Panamera’s base engine makes 325 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 429 horsepower. The Panamera is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 622 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Porsche Panamera has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more trunk space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$108,368 - $160,753
Used Asking Price:
$106,622 - $149,896
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$120,481 - $154,400
Used Asking Price:
$115,187 - $152,019
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars
Ranking
9 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 25Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
10 out of / 25Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
4, 4 Executive, 4 Platinum Edition, 4S, 4S Executive, Base, GTS, Platinum Edition, Turbo S, Turbo S Executive
Trim Levels
Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
325 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
429 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
384 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 569 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 622 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
115.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
12.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4222 lbs
Width:
85.3 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
198.8 inches
Wheelbase:
116.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4740 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
208.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
