Audi A8 PHEV vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Audi A8 PHEV

Sedan · Electric · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

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/100kmAWDElectric

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

Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 61 / 34

City 48 / 26

Budget / value 47 / 19

Road trip 68 / 51

Performance 48 / 46

Cargo 22 / 29

Practical 48 / 30

Premium 70 / 66

Winter 70 / 18

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 PHEV Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 PHEV

Very low combined consumption with a 46 km electric range for daily short trips
Strong performance: 462 hp, 700 Nm, and 0–100 km/h in 5.6 s
AWD traction adds confidence for winter and varied road conditions
Ranks highly for safety within its class
405-liter trunk limits flexibility for cargo-heavy travel
46 km EV range may be too short if you want mostly electric commuting
Needs regular charging to realize PHEV efficiency benefits
Price of 86,000 puts it beyond budget-focused shopping

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 PHEV if…

Best fuel economy

Audi A8 PHEV uses 2.5 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 462 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 PHEV

Mercedes-Benz CLS 600

Verdict

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