Mercedes CLS is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas BMW 5 series has both automatic and manual transmission options.
Engines:
2.1 - 5.5
2.0 - 4.4
Performance
Power:
204 - 557 HP
184 - 408 HP
Torque:
370 - 720 NM
270 - 740 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
4.2 - 7.5 seconds
4.7 - 8.2 seconds
In general, Mercedes CLS are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 5 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.1 - 9.9
4.5 - 11.0
Mercedes CLS petrol engines consumes on average 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 5 series. On average, Mercedes CLS equipped with diesel engines consume 0.5 litres less 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!
Mercedes CLS is larger, but lower. Mercedes CLS is 4 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes CLS is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
520 litres
520 litres
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes CLS is 0.8 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Mercedes CLS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
