Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
vs
Hyundai Genesis G80
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 pairs V8 punch (402 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s) with a usable 5-seat cabin and 520 L of luggage space, making it a premium choice for road trips and growing families. Its 9.9 L/100 km combined figure is efficient for its class, though city driving and cargo‑heavy use aren’t its strengths.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety9.9 L/100km402 hp
Hyundai Genesis G80
Car B
Hyundai Genesis G80
The Hyundai Genesis G80 pairs V6 punch with quick acceleration to suit highway miles and family road trips. It offers five-seat practicality and a usable trunk, but it’s less compelling for cargo-heavy needs or stop‑and‑go city use.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 62
City 28 / 28
Budget / value 43 / 44
Road trip 66 / 63
Performance 37 / 36
Cargo 29 / 25
Practical 41 / 41
Premium 64 / 44
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 · Orange = Hyundai Genesis G80

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 Hyundai Genesis G80
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

  • V8 performance with 402 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s for confident passing.
  • Room for five and 520 L of trunk space supports family road trips.
  • Efficient for its class at 9.9 L/100 km given the output.
  • Safety ranks highly in our data for this model.

Hyundai Genesis G80

  • V6 performance (370 hp, 515 Nm) delivers confident passing
  • 5.2 s 0–100 km/h supports effortless merging and overtakes
  • Seats five with a 450 L trunk for family travel
  • Safety ranks as a strength in the signals

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 uses 9.9 L/100km vs 10.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Hyundai Genesis G80 if…
Performance & capability
Hyundai Genesis G80 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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