Mercedes-Benz CLS vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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Years produced1994-Present | Years produced2005-2023 |
MSRP$62,300 | MSRP$69,200 |
Listings9326 | Listings776 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryLong the yardstick against which its rivals are measured, the 2024 Mercedes E-Class gets a redesign. In addition to understated styling that can stand the test of time, the elegant interior adds an infusion of technology that sets new standards in the segment. Mild-hybrid engines, standard all-wheel drive, the return of the All-Terrain wagon, and an upcoming plug-in hybrid massaged for performance by AMG are all on the new E-Class menu. Verdict: Based on observations from several days spent with the E 350 4Matic sedan, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class remains at the top of its midsize luxury sedan game when equipped with all the extras. Refined, sophisticated, and soothing to drive, it embodies what a car like this should be. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainRWD |
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 SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.1 cu ft | Cargo Space11.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4189 lbs | Curb Weight4134 lbs |
Height57.9 in | Height55.3 in |
Length194.9 in | Length199.1 in |
Width81.3 in | Width81.5 in |
Wheelbase116.6 in | Wheelbase115.7 in |
Maximum Payload1356 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
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Years produced | 1994-Present | 2005-2023 |
MSRP | $62,300 | $69,200 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Long the yardstick against which its rivals are measured, the 2024 Mercedes E-Class gets a redesign. In addition to understated styling that can stand the test of time, the elegant interior adds an infusion of technology that sets new standards in the segment. Mild-hybrid engines, standard all-wheel drive, the return of the All-Terrain wagon, and an upcoming plug-in hybrid massaged for performance by AMG are all on the new E-Class menu. Verdict: Based on observations from several days spent with the E 350 4Matic sedan, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class remains at the top of its midsize luxury sedan game when equipped with all the extras. Refined, sophisticated, and soothing to drive, it embodies what a car like this should be. | 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 | |
Drive Train | 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 | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.1 cu ft | 11.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4189 lbs | 4134 lbs |
Height | 57.9 in | 55.3 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 199.1 in |
Width | 81.3 in | 81.5 in |
Wheelbase | 116.6 in | 115.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1356 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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