BMW 223i vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

BMW 223i

Coupe · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Coupe · Diesel

Car A

BMW 223i

Efficient for its class and quick off the line, the BMW 223i pairs 5.6 L/100 km consumption with 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s. With a 400 L trunk and seating for five, it suits value-minded city drivers more than full-time family or winter use.

5 seatsCoupeGasoline

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Efficient for its class yet quick, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 diesel suits premium buyers who cover long highway miles and need real luggage space. Less compelling if you want winter-ready traction or SUV-like family flexibility.

5 seatsCoupeDiesel5.5 L/100km272 hp

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Usage fit

Family 20 / 25

City 45 / 27

Budget / value 49 / 34

Road trip 26 / 41

Performance 32 / 39

Cargo 22 / 30

Practical 24 / 27

Premium 37 / 54

Winter 14 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 223i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 223i Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

BMW 223i

Efficient for its class at 5.6 L/100 km, helping manage running costs.
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s for confident merging and overtakes.
400 L trunk adds real day-to-day practicality for a coupe.
Good value in its segment for city commuting and weekend trips.
Coupe body and two-door access make rear-seat use and child-seat loading inconvenient.
Family utility is limited despite five seats.
Winter-focused driving is not its forte; no all-wheel-drive info provided.
150 hp may feel modest to performance enthusiasts.

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km for long commutes and road trips
Strong acceleration (0–100 km/h in 5.8 s) with 272 hp for confident overtakes
Spacious 550 L trunk supports weekend luggage and business travel
Five-seat capacity adds day-to-day practicality in a premium model
Around 70,000 places it firmly in the premium price bracket
Drive type not listed; confirm availability if you require winter-ready AWD
Diesel powertrain may be less suited to mostly short, stop‑start urban use
SUV alternatives offer easier access and family-focused versatility than cars in this segment

Verdict

Pick BMW 223i if…

Lower entry price

BMW 223i starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 puts out 272 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW 223i

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Verdict

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