Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Mercedes-Benz CLS
Overview | |
Years produced1993-Present | Years produced2005-2023 |
MSRP | MSRP$69,200 |
Listings9658 | Listings760 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWhile its ostentatious new grille might seem like the only change for 2027, the C-Class underwent major surgery. The engine, suspension and many acoustic elements were enhanced. The infotainment system is all-new apart from the screens used to display it, including the user interface, the voice controls, and its available navigation system and Burmester audio upgrade. The driver-assistance features get smarter, too, with AI-powered control software. Verdict: All told, the 2027 C-Class may not be as minty fresh as the Audi A5 or the forthcoming new BMW 3 Series, but it’s still a good choice. Mercedes’ new tech works, yet it doesn’t dominate the cabin at the expense of usability, design, and luxury. The driving experience is also quite pleasant, though the ride may be a touch too firm for American roads. | |
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 | |
Engine | Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space11.6 cu ft | Cargo Space11.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3957 lbs | Curb Weight4134 lbs |
Height56.6 in | Height55.3 in |
Length187.0 in | Length199.1 in |
Width80.0 in | Width81.5 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase115.7 in |
Maximum Payload1191 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1993-Present | 2005-2023 |
MSRP | $69,200 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | While its ostentatious new grille might seem like the only change for 2027, the C-Class underwent major surgery. The engine, suspension and many acoustic elements were enhanced. The infotainment system is all-new apart from the screens used to display it, including the user interface, the voice controls, and its available navigation system and Burmester audio upgrade. The driver-assistance features get smarter, too, with AI-powered control software. Verdict: All told, the 2027 C-Class may not be as minty fresh as the Audi A5 or the forthcoming new BMW 3 Series, but it’s still a good choice. Mercedes’ new tech works, yet it doesn’t dominate the cabin at the expense of usability, design, and luxury. The driving experience is also quite pleasant, though the ride may be a touch too firm for American roads. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | |
Drivetrain | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 11.6 cu ft | 11.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3957 lbs | 4134 lbs |
Height | 56.6 in | 55.3 in |
Length | 187.0 in | 199.1 in |
Width | 80.0 in | 81.5 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 115.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1191 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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