Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 vs BMW M4 Coupe — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Coupe · Diesel

vs

BMW M4 Coupe

Coupe · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Car A

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/100km

BMW M4 Coupe

Car B

BMW M4 Coupe

The BMW M4 Coupe is a premium performance coupe that combines 480 hp pace with usable four-seat practicality. Best for drivers who prioritize acceleration and speed over cargo capacity or winter versatility.

4 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety480 hp

Why compared same body typesame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 25 / 46

City 27 / 31

Budget / value 34 / 40

Road trip 41 / 44

Performance 39 / 46

Cargo 30 / 22

Practical 27 / 29

Premium 54 / 61

Winter 18 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 · Orange = BMW M4 Coupe

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 BMW M4 Coupe

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

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

BMW M4 Coupe

Standout power and pace: 480 hp, 650 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 4.2 s
High-speed capability with a 250 km/h top speed
Usable four-seat layout and 440 L trunk for daily use and short trips
Safety ranks among its strengths in this class
Two-door coupe body limits rear-seat access and space
Combined consumption of 10 L/100 km raises running costs
Less cargo flexibility than a sedan or SUV despite 440 L capacity
Winter driving is a weaker use case

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 uses 5.5 L/100km vs 10.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick BMW M4 Coupe if…

More power

BMW M4 Coupe puts out 480 hp vs 272 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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