Audi A8 L 70 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

The Audi A8 L 70 TDI blends strong diesel performance and AWD confidence with efficiency that suits long road trips. It’s a premium choice with five seats and a useful 505 L trunk, best for buyers prioritizing power and all-weather comfort over cargo-maximizing needs.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety340 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 brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seats

Usage fit

Family 54 / 54

City 31 / 35

Budget / value 25 / 34

Road trip 71 / 63

Performance 42 / 34

Cargo 28 / 29

Practical 33 / 35

Premium 68 / 60

Winter 70 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 70 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 70 TDI Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 70 TDI

Abundant passing power from 340 hp and 800 Nm.
AWD traction supports winter and wet-road confidence.
Efficient for its class at 6.3 combined consumption on long trips.
Five seats and a 505 L trunk work well for family road travel.
Premium price of 86,700 may exceed budget-focused expectations.
Diesel powertrain may not align with your fueling preferences.
No electrified driving capability.
Five seats and a 505 L trunk may not satisfy larger families or cargo-heavy use.

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 70 TDI if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Audi A8 L 70 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 70 TDI

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Verdict

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