Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG vs BMW i5 M60 — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

vs

BMW i5 M60

Sedan · Electric · FWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Car A

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 safety

BMW i5 M60

Car B

BMW i5 M60

A luxury electric saloon that blends serious performance with long-distance practicality. Best for drivers prioritizing premium comfort and speed over maximum winter traction or tight budgets.

5 seatsSedanElectric619 hpElectric

Why compared cross branddifferent powertrainsame body typesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 36

City 20 / 26

Budget / value 11 / 5

Road trip 63 / 49

Performance 46 / 44

Cargo 29 / 32

Practical 27 / 24

Premium 78 / 71

Winter 30 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG · Orange = BMW i5 M60

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG BMW i5 M60

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Pros & cons

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

BMW i5 M60

Blistering straight-line pace: 619 hp, 1000 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 3.7 s.
Long-trip readiness with a 101.7 kWh battery and an estimated 497 km range.
Room for family duties: five seats and a large 570 L boot.
Luxury-focused positioning suits premium comfort and performance driving.
Premium price point (109,900) rules out budget-focused buyers.
Front-wheel drive may not satisfy those seeking maximum winter traction.
If you need well over ~500 km between charges, the 497 km range may feel limiting.
Saloon body lacks the wide hatch opening and seating flexibility some shoppers want.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick BMW i5 M60 if…

More power

BMW i5 M60 puts out 619 hp vs 557 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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