Audi A8 L 60 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

A premium AWD diesel with strong torque and swift acceleration, the Audi A8 L 60 TDI is built for effortless long-distance travel. It blends 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s with a 7.0 L/100 km combined figure for efficiency in its class.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety286 hpAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 blends an efficient diesel (5.5 combined consumption) with relaxed performance for premium road trips. A 520 L trunk and five seats aid family use, but FWD and a premium price won’t suit everyone.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety5.5 L/100km

Why compared cross brandperformance gapsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 63 / 54

City 30 / 35

Budget / value 39 / 34

Road trip 71 / 63

Performance 36 / 34

Cargo 28 / 29

Practical 44 / 35

Premium 67 / 60

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 60 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 60 TDI Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Quick 0–100 km/h in 4.4 s and 600 Nm for confident overtakes
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and wet conditions
Efficient for its class at 7.0 L/100 km on the combined cycle
Five seats and a 505‑liter trunk suit road trips and growing families
High purchase price at 86,000 positions it firmly in the premium segment
Diesel-only powertrain with no hybrid or EV option
Less suited to cargo‑heavy hauling despite a usable trunk
Not the best match for frequent short city trips

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Low combined consumption (5.5) makes long journeys efficient for its class
Strong safety standing in its segment
520 L trunk and five seats support family road trips
Torquey diesel (500 Nm) and 7.5 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
FWD may limit traction in winter conditions
Not aimed at cargo‑heavy use despite a 520 L boot
Priced as a premium model (around 68,000)
Performance prioritizes smooth cruising over outright speed

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 60 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A8 L 60 TDI is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TDI

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Verdict

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