Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
Coupe · Gasoline
vs
Mercedes-Benz CLS 520
Coupe · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
Car A
Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43
The AMG C 43 blends V6 biturbo pace with five-seat practicality, delivering 0–100 km/h in 4.7 s and a 250 km/h top speed. It offers good value in its segment with a strong safety standing, though the 360-liter trunk is modest.
5 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety390 hp
Mercedes-Benz CLS 520
Car B
Mercedes-Benz CLS 520
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 520 is a premium 5-seater that blends strong performance (0–100 km/h in 5.0 s) with a useful 520‑liter trunk for road trips and growing families. Less ideal for city-focused efficiency due to its petrol powertrain and performance bias.
5 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety8.5 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 48 / 44
City 35 / 22
Budget / value 48 / 29
Road trip 44 / 59
Performance 42 / 42
Cargo 20 / 29
Practical 30 / 23
Premium 55 / 64
Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 520

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Mercedes-Benz CLS 520
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43

  • Strong performance: 390 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.7 s
  • Ranks well for safety in its class
  • Five seats make it viable for family duty and commuting
  • Good value in its segment at a price of 58,000

Mercedes-Benz CLS 520

  • Brisk 0–100 km/h in 5.0 s and 367 hp for confident passing.
  • Seats five with a 520 L trunk, fitting family travel and luggage.
  • Secondary safety ranking signal supports premium family needs.
  • 8.5 L/100 km combined is efficient for its class given the power.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 520 if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz CLS 520 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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