Mercedes-Benz CLS vs BMW 6 Series
Overview | |
Years produced2005-2023 | Years produced1976-1989 |
MSRP$69,200 | MSRP$81,500 |
Listings780 | Listings660 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWhen Mercedes-Benz introduced the CLS in 2004, the curvy 4-seater was the most radical-looking sedan the company had ever made. The world had witnessed more obscure sedans with extreme style—the Rover SD1, Citroën DS, and Aston Martin Lagonda—but never from the conservative designers at Mercedes-Benz. It was genuinely shocking but in a very good way. Today, despite having inspired all sorts of competition, the third-generation 2019 CLS is just as striking. And while it remains a rarer sight on the road, the new CLS claims to lead among luxury cars with superior technology and powertrains. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine3.0L 315 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower315 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine Name3.0L 315 hp I6 |
Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower315 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space11.9 cu ft | Cargo Space16.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4134 lbs | Curb Weight4165 lbs |
Height55.3 in | Height54.8 in |
Length199.1 in | Length197.1 in |
Width81.5 in | Width82.3 in |
Wheelbase115.7 in | Wheelbase116.9 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2005-2023 | 1976-1989 |
MSRP | $69,200 | $81,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | When Mercedes-Benz introduced the CLS in 2004, the curvy 4-seater was the most radical-looking sedan the company had ever made. The world had witnessed more obscure sedans with extreme style—the Rover SD1, Citroën DS, and Aston Martin Lagonda—but never from the conservative designers at Mercedes-Benz. It was genuinely shocking but in a very good way. Today, despite having inspired all sorts of competition, the third-generation 2019 CLS is just as striking. And while it remains a rarer sight on the road, the new CLS claims to lead among luxury cars with superior technology and powertrains. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 3.0L 315 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 315 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 3.0L 315 hp I6 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 315 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | Standard |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 11.9 cu ft | 16.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4134 lbs | 4165 lbs |
Height | 55.3 in | 54.8 in |
Length | 199.1 in | 197.1 in |
Width | 81.5 in | 82.3 in |
Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 116.9 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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