Audi A8 L 50 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

A premium AWD diesel with strong torque and long-haul efficiency, the A8 L 50 TDI suits road trips and year-round commuting. It’s quick and spacious for five with a 505 L trunk, but it won’t satisfy tight budgets or cargo-heavy needs.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety6.7 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 600 mixes V8 biturbo performance with five-seat practicality, sprinting 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s and offering a 520-liter trunk. It suits premium buyers who value speed and long‑trip space more than winter prowess or a low purchase price.

5 seatsSedanGasoline612 hp

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Usage fit

Family 54 / 34

City 30 / 26

Budget / value 24 / 19

Road trip 71 / 51

Performance 40 / 46

Cargo 28 / 29

Practical 33 / 30

Premium 67 / 66

Winter 70 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 50 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 50 TDI Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Diesel efficiency (6.7 L/100 km) supports long-distance road trips
600 Nm torque and 286 hp make overtakes effortless
AWD adds confidence in winter and poor weather
505 L trunk and five seats suit growing families
Price of 86,900 doesn’t align with budget-focused priorities
Diesel-only powertrain won’t suit buyers avoiding diesel
Not designed for cargo-heavy hauling despite a large trunk
0–100 km/h in 5.9 s may not satisfy maximum-acceleration seekers

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Explosive V8 biturbo output (612 hp) with 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s for confident passing and performance driving
Five seats and a 520-liter trunk make it road-trip friendly
250 km/h top speed supports rapid highway travel where allowed
Combined consumption of 9 is efficient for its class given the power
Front-wheel drive may not suit buyers seeking rear-drive feel or AWD traction
Premium pricing around 90,000 won’t fit budget-focused priorities
Winter driving isn’t a highlight per usage signals
No rated electric driving range or battery data for those wanting electrification

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 50 TDI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 L 50 TDI uses 6.7 L/100km vs 9.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 600 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600 puts out 612 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Verdict

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