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Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 blends strong V6 performance with space and comfort for long trips, backed by a 520‑liter trunk and five seats. Its premium pricing and FWD layout make it less compelling for cargo-heavy use or harsh-winter regions that favor AWD.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.4 L/100km
Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63
Car B
Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63
The Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 blends extreme performance with five-seat practicality and a generous trunk, making it a compelling luxury option for road trips and family use. Its 107,000 price and 10.1 L/100 km consumption are harder to justify for city or budget-focused buyers.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety612 hp
Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 54 / 64
City 31 / 22
Budget / value 32 / 28
Road trip 63 / 66
Performance 35 / 48
Cargo 29 / 30
Practical 31 / 41
Premium 62 / 78
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 400

  • Strong V6 performance makes highway passing easy
  • 520‑liter trunk and five seats support road trips and growing families
  • Efficient for its class at 8.4 L/100 km combined
  • Ranks well for safety in its class

Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63

  • Exceptional acceleration and speed (3.4 s 0–100 km/h, 300 km/h top speed)
  • Five seats and a 540 L trunk support family gear and long journeys
  • Luxury focus makes it comfortable for extended highway travel
  • Strong safety standing within its class

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 uses 8.4 L/100km vs 10.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz AMG E 63 puts out 612 hp vs 333 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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