Mercedes-Benz CLS 300
Coupe · Diesel
vs
Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG
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
Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG
Car B
Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG
A fast five-seater that pairs 4.0 s 0–100 km/h pace with usable space and a 370 L trunk. Good value in its segment with an emphasis on reliability and safety, though less suited to cargo-heavy or severe-winter needs.
5 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety306 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatsdifferent segment

Usage fit

Family 25 / 49
City 27 / 40
Budget / value 34 / 57
Road trip 41 / 41
Performance 39 / 36
Cargo 30 / 20
Practical 27 / 34
Premium 54 / 52
Winter 18 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG
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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

Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG

  • 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s and 306 hp for genuinely quick performance
  • Seats five with a 370 L trunk, workable as a family compact
  • Good value in its segment with a focus on reliability and safety
  • 7.1 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 uses 5.5 L/100km vs 7.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz A 35 AMG puts out 306 hp vs 272 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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