Mercedes CLS and Mercedes E class have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
14.0
12.9
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes CLS consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes CLS could require 165 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
80 litres
80 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
570 km in combined cycle
620 km in combined cycle
810 km on highway
860 km on highway
Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
300'000 km
300'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
11 years
11 years
Dimensions
Length:
4.91 m
4.85 m
Width:
1.87 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.40 m
1.43 m
Mercedes CLS is larger, but slightly lower. Mercedes CLS is 6 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes CLS is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
495 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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540 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes CLS has 45 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. This could mean that the Mercedes CLS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes CLS is 0.2 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class.
Mercedes CLS has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes E class, so Mercedes CLS quality could be a bit better.
