Audi A8 L 55 TFSI vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

The Audi A8 L 55 TFSI combines strong V6 performance and AWD stability with generous space for five, making it a confident long-distance luxury sedan. It ranks high for horsepower, acceleration, and safety, though its size and premium pricing suit it best outside dense cities.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.4 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 27 / 26

Budget / value 22 / 19

Road trip 71 / 51

Performance 39 / 46

Cargo 28 / 29

Practical 31 / 30

Premium 68 / 66

Winter 70 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 55 TFSI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 55 TFSI Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

Strong V6 output and 0–100 km/h in 4.5 s for confident passing
AWD traction adds stability in varied weather and on long trips
Spacious five-seat cabin and 505 L trunk suit road trips and growing families
Efficient for its class with an 8.4 combined figure
Premium price around 86,000 won’t fit budget-focused shoppers
Large luxury sedan footprint can be cumbersome in tight city streets and parking
V6 petrol powertrain offers no electric-only driving
Sedan body trades cargo flexibility for comfort versus SUVs

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 55 TFSI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI uses 8.4 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 340 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 55 TFSI

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Verdict

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