Mercedes S class 2017 vs Mercedes CLS 2018
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 - 6.0 (petrol) | 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Mercedes CLS is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 367 - 630 HP | 194 - 435 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 - 1000 NM | 400 - 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.5 - 5.5 seconds | 4.5 - 7.5 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes S class 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): | 8.3 - 11.9 | 7.9 | |
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Mercedes S class petrol engines consumes on average 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mercedes CLS. 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: | 5.03 m | 5.00 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes S class is 3 cm longer than the Mercedes CLS, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes S class is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 400 litres | 520 litres | |
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Mercedes CLS has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes S class has 120 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes CLS. This could mean that the Mercedes S class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 12.3 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes CLS, which means Mercedes S class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`591 | ~ 2`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
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| Average price (€): | no data | 36 800 | |
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