Audi A8 L 60 TFSI vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Audi A8 L 60 TFSI

Sedan · Gasoline · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 60 TFSI

The Audi A8 L 60 TFSI pairs luxury-focused comfort with strong performance, hitting 0–100 km/h in 4.5 s with AWD. It suits road trips and premium commuting, while its high price and 9.1 combined consumption make it less compelling for budget or city-first use.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety9.1 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG blends supercar-level acceleration with a refined five-seat cabin, making it a strong luxury choice for fast, long-distance travel. Its high price and thirstier V8 suit buyers prioritizing speed and comfort over efficiency.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety557 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 54

City 25 / 20

Budget / value 17 / 11

Road trip 71 / 63

Performance 45 / 46

Cargo 28 / 29

Practical 30 / 27

Premium 72 / 78

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 60 TFSI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 60 TFSI Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TFSI

Strong acceleration (0–100 km/h in 4.5 s) and 460 hp enable quick overtakes
AWD improves traction for all-season driving and long-distance stability
505 L trunk and five seats make it practical for road trips and growing families
Noted for safety alongside performance
High purchase price
Combined consumption of 9.1 won’t suit efficiency-first buyers
Less suited to city-first driving
Seats five only, so not ideal if you need more passenger capacity

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Explosive 0–100 km/h in 3.6 s for effortless overtakes
300 km/h top speed places it among the quickest in its class
Spacious 520-liter trunk and five seats suit road trips and growing families
V8 BiTurbo punch with 557 hp and 700 Nm for confident cruising
High price of 109,900 if outright performance isn’t a priority
Combined consumption of 11.4 signals higher running costs
Less convenient for dense city driving and frequent short hops
Performance focus won’t suit buyers seeking maximum efficiency

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 60 TFSI if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 L 60 TFSI uses 9.1 L/100km vs 11.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG puts out 557 hp vs 460 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 60 TFSI

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Verdict

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