BMW 8 series 2022 vs Mercedes CLS 2021
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 3.0 - 4.4 | 2.0 - 3.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 333 - 530 HP | 194 - 435 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 - 750 NM | 400 - 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.9 - 5.2 seconds | 4.5 - 7.5 seconds | |
| In general, BMW 8 series are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes CLS. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 - 10.8 | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.85 m | 5.01 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.35 m | 1.42 m | |
| BMW 8 series is 16 cm shorter than the Mercedes CLS, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 8 series is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | 520 litres | |
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Mercedes CLS has more luggage space. BMW 8 series has 100 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes CLS. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 12.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 8 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes CLS, which means BMW 8 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`328 kg | ~ 2`523 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`843 kg | ~ 1`844 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 485 kg | ~ 679 kg | |
| BMW 8 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 40 procentiem less than Mercedes CLS. Therefore, Mercedes CLS is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | no data | |
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