Mercedes CLS 2014 vs BMW X5 2013
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Estate car / wagon | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engines: | 2.1 - 5.5 (petrol, diesel) | 2.0 - 4.4 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. BMW X5 is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 - 585 HP | 218 - 450 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 - 800 NM | 350 - 740 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.7 - 8.3 seconds | 5 - 8.2 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes CLS are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW X5. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 - 10.6 | 5.6 - 10.4 | |
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Mercedes CLS petrol engines consumes on average 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW X5. On average, Mercedes CLS equipped with diesel engines consume 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW X5. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.95 m | 4.88 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.76 m | |
| Mercedes CLS is 7 cm longer than the BMW X5, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes CLS is 34 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 590 litres | 650 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1550 litres | 1870 litres | |
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BMW X5 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes CLS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X5 (by 320 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 12.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLS is 1.2 metres less than that of the BMW X5, which means Mercedes CLS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`477 kg | ~ 2`803 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`899 kg | ~ 2`088 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 578 kg | ~ 715 kg | |
| Mercedes CLS load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 24 procentiem less than BMW X5. Therefore, BMW X5 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 23 800 | 22 800 | |
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