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Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
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Sedan · Gasoline · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 pairs V8 punch (402 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s) with a usable 5-seat cabin and 520 L of luggage space, making it a premium choice for road trips and growing families. Its 9.9 L/100 km combined figure is efficient for its class, though city driving and cargo‑heavy use aren’t its strengths.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety402 hp
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/100kmAWD
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 64
City 28 / 30
Budget / value 43 / 44
Road trip 66 / 69
Performance 37 / 41
Cargo 29 / 30
Practical 41 / 43
Premium 64 / 63
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 · Orange = Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 Audi A7 55 TFSI quattro
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

  • V8 performance with 402 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s for confident passing.
  • Room for five and 520 L of trunk space supports family road trips.
  • Efficient for its class at 9.9 L/100 km given the output.
  • Safety ranks highly in our data for this model.

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 550 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a 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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