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S-Class, V-Class or Range Rover: which chauffeur car is right for you?

All three are excellent. The right one depends on how many of you are travelling, how much luggage you have and the kind of journey.

By the Mayfair White Gloves concierge team · Updated October 2026

Mercedes-Benz V-Class chauffeur people carrier, compared with the S-Class and Range Rover
Mercedes S-ClassMercedes V-ClassRange Rover
PassengersUp to 4Up to 6Up to 4
Luggage2 large cases6 large cases3 large cases
Best forExecutive travel, airports, eveningsFamilies, groups, lots of luggageCountry estates, weekends, presence
Heathrow£195£190£295
By the hour£90/hr£85/hr£125/hr

Luggage figures are a guide and depend on case sizes; tell us what you are bringing and we will advise.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class: the executive standard

The S-Class is the benchmark luxury saloon: very quiet, with reclining rear seats and room to work or rest. It is the natural choice for one to three passengers, business travel, airport runs and dinners. If you are unsure, choose the S-Class.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class: space for everyone

The V-Class is a luxury people carrier with individual captain's seats facing each other and generous luggage space. It is ideal for families, small groups and anyone arriving with a lot of luggage, and it is our most affordable car at £190 to Heathrow. Prices, luggage and uses are set out on our Mercedes V-Class hire page.

Range Rover: presence and a commanding view

The Range Rover offers a raised driving position, a composed ride and real presence on arrival. Clients choose it for country houses, race days and weekends away, or simply because they prefer an SUV.

For special occasions: Rolls-Royce

The Rolls-Royce Phantom and Cullinan are available on request from £175 per hour, most often for weddings, milestone celebrations and arrivals that should be remembered.

For groups of up to eight: Executive Sprinter

For roadshows, events and wedding parties, the Executive Sprinter seats up to eight with leather lounge seating and room for luggage, from £120 per hour (4-hour minimum).

See every car on our fleet page, or get an instant price on the home page.

Quick answers

Which chauffeur car has the most luggage space?

The Mercedes V-Class, which takes up to six passengers and around six large cases.

Which car is best for business travel?

The Mercedes S-Class: quiet, comfortable and ideal for working on the move.

Can I request a specific car colour?

All our cars are black.

Is the Range Rover more expensive?

Yes. Heathrow is £295 in a Range Rover compared with £195 in an S-Class, excluding VAT.

Found the right car?

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