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Mercedes-Benz CLS 350
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 350
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 350
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 pairs strong performance (299 hp, 5.9 s 0–100 km/h) with five seats and a 520‑liter trunk, making it a premium choice for long trips. Its 9 L/100 km consumption and 75,400 price lean more toward highway comfort than city frugality.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety
Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
Car B
Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
The A7 55 TFSI quattro combines a strong V6 and AWD poise to favor long-distance driving. It suits road trips and growing families more than tight-city or cargo-heavy use.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.5 L/100km340 hpAWD
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 64
City 28 / 30
Budget / value 25 / 44
Road trip 63 / 69
Performance 35 / 41
Cargo 29 / 30
Practical 30 / 43
Premium 64 / 63
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 · Orange = Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 350

  • 299 hp and 400 Nm deliver confident acceleration and passing power
  • 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s and 250 km/h top speed support relaxed highway cruising
  • 520‑liter trunk and five seats suit road trips and growing families
  • Premium model with a noted safety focus in its class

Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro

  • 340 hp V6 with 500 Nm and 5.3 s 0–100 km/h delivers confident performance
  • AWD traction enhances stability in winter and wet conditions
  • 535 L trunk and five seats support family travel and road trips
  • Combined 8.5 L/100 km is efficient for its class

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz CLS 350 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro if…
All-wheel drive
Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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