Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300

Coupe · Diesel

vs

Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA 35 AMG

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG blends strong performance (306 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s) with five-seat usability and a 460 L trunk, making it good value in its segment for drivers who want speed they can use every day. At 7.3 L/100 km combined, it is efficient for its class and well-suited to longer road trips.

5 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety306 hp

Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seats

Usage fit

Family 25 / 42

City 27 / 39

Budget / value 34 / 38

Road trip 41 / 43

Performance 39 / 39

Cargo 30 / 25

Practical 27 / 23

Premium 54 / 53

Winter 18 / 26

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

Specs side-by-side

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

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

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
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

Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG

Strong performance for the money with 306 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s.
Efficient for its class at 7.3 L/100 km, helpful for road trips.
Five seats and a 460 L trunk support small-family travel and daily use.
Positive safety ranking signals add peace of mind.
Not ideal for cargo-heavy use; larger vehicles offer more space.
Price sits above mainstream compacts despite its value positioning.
Performance focus may not align with shoppers prioritizing maximum practicality.
Those chasing the lowest fuel bills will find non-performance options more frugal.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 if…

Best fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 uses 5.5 L/100km vs 7.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG puts out 306 hp vs 272 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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