Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 vs Audi A8 PHEV

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

Sedan · Diesel · FWD

Audi A8 PHEV

Sedan · Electric · AWD

Car A

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 safety

Car B

Audi A8 PHEV

A premium AWD plug-in hybrid that balances very low combined consumption with strong power, the Audi A8 PHEV suits drivers who mix electric short trips with longer journeys. It’s capable and efficient for road trips, though cargo space and EV range are modest.

5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety2.5 L/100km462 hpAWDElectric

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Usage fit

Family 54 / 61

City 35 / 48

Budget / value 34 / 47

Road trip 63 / 68

Performance 34 / 48

Cargo 29 / 22

Practical 35 / 48

Premium 60 / 70

Winter 30 / 70

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 Audi A8 PHEV

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons