Audi A7 40 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Audi A7 40 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Audi A7 40 TDI

The Audi A7 40 TDI blends long‑distance efficiency with AWD assurance and strong pace, making it a natural for premium road trips. Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk boost practicality, though urban commuters may want a different powertrain focus.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 blends an efficient diesel (5.5 combined consumption) with relaxed performance for premium road trips. A 520 L trunk and five seats aid family use, but FWD and a premium price won’t suit everyone.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 55 / 54

City 35 / 35

Budget / value 35 / 34

Road trip 69 / 63

Performance 36 / 34

Cargo 30 / 29

Practical 35 / 35

Premium 60 / 60

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A7 40 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A7 40 TDI Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

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Pros & cons

Audi A7 40 TDI

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km, great for highway mileage
AWD traction supports winter and mixed‑weather travel
0–100 km/h in 5.7 s for confident overtakes and ramps
Five seats and a 535‑liter trunk work for a growing family’s luggage
Diesel powertrain is less at ease in stop‑start city driving
Trunk capacity may fall short for cargo‑heavy use
Premium pricing around 68,000 may exceed tighter budgets
Not suited to drivers seeking electric‑only or ultra‑quiet urban running

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Low combined consumption (5.5) makes long journeys efficient for its class
Strong safety standing in its segment
520 L trunk and five seats support family road trips
Torquey diesel (500 Nm) and 7.5 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
FWD may limit traction in winter conditions
Not aimed at cargo‑heavy use despite a 520 L boot
Priced as a premium model (around 68,000)
Performance prioritizes smooth cruising over outright speed

Verdict

Pick Audi A7 40 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A7 40 TDI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A7 40 TDI

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Verdict

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