Mercedes CLS 2014 vs BMW 5 series 2016
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Coupe | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Mercedes CLS is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas BMW 5 series has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Engines: | 2.1 - 5.5 (petrol, diesel) | 2.0 - 4.4 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. BMW 5 series is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 204 - 557 HP | 184 - 530 HP | |
| Torque: | 480 - 720 NM | 290 - 760 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.7 - 7.9 seconds | 3.8 - 7.8 seconds | |
| Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.3 - 10.4 | 4.5 - 8.9 | |
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Mercedes CLS petrol engines consumes on average 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, Mercedes CLS equipped with diesel engines consume 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 95 mm (3.7 inches) | 131 - 150 mm (5.2 - 5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 5 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.94 m | 4.94 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.48 m | |
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Mercedes CLS is larger, but lower. Mercedes CLS and BMW 5 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 530 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 530 litres | |
| Mercedes CLS has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 12.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLS is 0.9 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes CLS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`384 | ~ 2`352 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 25 800 | 25 400 | |
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