Rolls-Royce Dawn vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
When comparing the Rolls-Royce Dawn's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Rolls-Royce Dawn has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Rolls-Royce Dawn's and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's specifications and ratings, the Rolls-Royce Dawn is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Rolls-Royce Dawn vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Rolls-Royce Dawn loses 37 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 47.9 percent of its value. This means the Rolls-Royce Dawn retains 10.9 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 Rolls-Royce Dawn’s base engine makes 563 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class base engine makes 463 horsepower. The Dawn is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 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 fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Rolls-Royce Dawn. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Rolls-Royce Dawn has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Rolls-Royce Dawn and Mercedes-Benz S-Class are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
349950 - 546945
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.370063
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479425
Rolls-Royce Dawn Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.110683 / 10
Reliability:
7.421366 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Rolls-Royce Dawn Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Rolls-Royce Dawn Trim Levels
Base
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
AMG S 63, S 560, S 560 4MATIC, Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 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:
563 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
605 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.100 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
463 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.097 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 18 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
260 / 391 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:
RWD / 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
9.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.5 inches
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5644 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
59.1 inches
Length:
208.5 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4784 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
198.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19