Ford Capri 1300 vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Ford Capri 1300

Coupe · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Coupe · Diesel

Car A

Ford Capri 1300

With a very low purchase price and fuel use that’s efficient for its class, the Ford Capri 1300 suits budget-focused city driving. Four seats and a 480 L trunk add everyday practicality, though power is modest.

4 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

Why compared same body typesame ranking profilestrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 19 / 25

City 43 / 27

Budget / value 52 / 34

Road trip 29 / 41

Performance 35 / 39

Cargo 24 / 30

Practical 19 / 27

Premium 10 / 54

Winter 14 / 18

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Capri 1300 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Capri 1300 Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Ford Capri 1300

Very low purchase price for accessible ownership
Efficient for its class at 9 L/100 km
Large 480 L trunk supports errands and weekend bags
0–100 km/h in 11 s is adequate for daily traffic
Only 68 hp; not for drivers seeking strong performance
Seats four, which may not suit families needing five
Not positioned as premium
Weak fit for winter driving

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 Ford Capri 1300 if…

Lower entry price

Ford Capri 1300 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 68 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Ford Capri 1300

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Verdict

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