Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Aston Martin Rapide

CarWale brings you comparison of Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Aston Martin Rapide. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class price is Rs. 1.77 Crore and Aston Martin Rapide price is Rs. 3.29 Crore. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is available in 2925 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel and Aston Martin Rapide is available in 5935 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

S-Class vs Rapide Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	S-Class	Rapide
Price	Rs. 1.77 Crore	Rs. 3.29 Crore
Engine Capacity	2925 cc	5935 cc
Power	282 bhp	552 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

S 350d

Rs. 1.77 Crore

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Aston Martin Rapide

S V12

Rs. 3.29 Crore

Last Recorded Price

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

S 350d

Aston Martin Rapide

S V12

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (Kmph)	250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	6.4
Engine	2925 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	5935 cc, 12 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	2.9L OM656 Turbocharged I6	Aston Martin 6.0 V12
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	282 bhp @ 3400-4600 rpm	552 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm	630 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 6 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS 4
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Regenerative Braking, Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm)
5289 5020
Width (mm)
1954 2140
Height (mm)
1503 1360
Wheelbase (mm)
3216 2989
Kerb Weight (kg)
1990
Capacity
Doors (Doors)
4 4
Seating Capacity (Person)
5 4
No of Rows (Rows)
2 2
Bootspace (litres)
550
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
70 90.5

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Four Wheel Steering
Front Suspension	Four-Link with Air Springs	independent double wishbones incorporating anti-dive geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube active dampers.
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link Independent with Air Springs	independent double wishbones with anti-squat & anti-lift geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar & monotube activve dampers
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	40 / 245 R20	245 / 40 R20
Rear Tyres	35 / 275 R20	295 / 35 R20

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
High-beam Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Lane Departure Prevention
Airbags	10 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, 2 Rear Passenger Side)	6 Airbags
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
Differential Lock		Driven Axle

Locks & Security
Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking
Keyless Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Four Zone)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Two Zones, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	360 Degree Camera	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Electric Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Telematics

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
Alexa Compatibility

Seats & Upholstery

Massage Seats
Driver Seat Adjustment	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down, extended thigh support forward / back)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats	All	All
Ventilated Seat Type	Heated and cooled	Heated
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Sienna Black / Black with High-gloss Black Poplar Wood Trim, Beige / Black with High-gloss Black Poplar Wood Trim
Rear Armrest	With Audio controls & Cup holder
Split Rear Seat
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front & Rear Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Scuff Plates	Illuminated
Soft-close Door
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Electric	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Foot Trigger Opening/Automatic	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric	Manual

Exterior
Sunroof / Moonroof
Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	64
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent	Active
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, LED on rear	LED on front, Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp	Both Sides
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Heads Up Display (HUD)
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)	Android Auto (Yes), Apple Car Play (Yes)
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	12.8
Gesture Control
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6+
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive
DVD Playback

Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)
2 3
Warranty (In Kilometres)
Unlimited Unlimited

Brochure

Colours

	Nautic Blue	Marron Black
	Onyx Black	Appletree Green
	Graphite Grey	Mariana Blue
	High Tech Silver	Midnight Blue
	Designo Diamond White Bright	Cinnabar Orange
		Selene Bronze
		Mako Blue
		Meteorite Silver
		Tungsten Silver
		China Grey
		Volcano Red
		Madagascar Orange
		Silver Fox
		Stratus White

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S-Class vs Rapide Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Aston Martin Rapide?

Mercedes-Benz S-Class price is Rs. 1.77 Crore and Aston Martin Rapide price is Rs. 3.29 Crore. Hence Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of S-Class compared to Rapide?

For the S 350d variant, 2925 cc Diesel engine of S-Class produces 282 bhp @ 3400-4600 rpm of power and 600 Nm @ 1200-3200 rpm of torque. For the S V12 variant, 5935 cc Petrol engine of Rapide produces 552 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 630 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque.

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs Aston Martin Rapide

Length (mm)	5289	5020
Width (mm)	1954	2140
Height (mm)	1503	1360
Wheelbase (mm)	3216	2989
Kerb Weight (kg)		1990

Doors (Doors)	4	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	550
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70	90.5

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox
Sunglass Holder

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	2	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited