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Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 blends strong V6 performance with space and comfort for long trips, backed by a 520‑liter trunk and five seats. Its premium pricing and FWD layout make it less compelling for cargo-heavy use or harsh-winter regions that favor AWD.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.4 L/100km
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 safety340 hpAWD
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 64
City 31 / 30
Budget / value 32 / 44
Road trip 63 / 69
Performance 35 / 41
Cargo 29 / 30
Practical 31 / 43
Premium 62 / 63
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 · Orange = Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 400

  • Strong V6 performance makes highway passing easy
  • 520‑liter trunk and five seats support road trips and growing families
  • Efficient for its class at 8.4 L/100 km combined
  • Ranks well for safety 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 400 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 uses 8.4 L/100km vs 8.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
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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