Mercedes-Benz CLS 250
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC
Sedan · Electric · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 250
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 250
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 blends an efficient diesel (5.5 combined consumption) with relaxed performance for premium road trips. A 520 L trunk and five seats aid family use, but FWD and a premium price won’t suit everyone.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety
Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC
Car B
Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC
An AWD electric five‑seater with long range and brisk acceleration, the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC is tailored to premium road trips and family duty. Its premium price and less flexible cargo layout than boxier vehicles may deter buyers seeking maximum utility or lower costs.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety408 hpAWDElectric
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 54 / 54
City 35 / 29
Budget / value 34 / 11
Road trip 63 / 84
Performance 34 / 39
Cargo 29 / 29
Practical 35 / 23
Premium 60 / 69
Winter 30 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 250

  • Low combined consumption (5.5) makes long journeys efficient for its class
  • Strong safety standing in its segment
  • 520 L trunk and five seats support family road trips
  • Torquey diesel (500 Nm) and 7.5 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes

Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC

  • Up to 660 km rated range supports long-distance travel.
  • 0–100 km/h in 4.5 s with 408 hp and 858 Nm for confident passing.
  • AWD traction and strong safety standing for year-round confidence.
  • 522 L trunk and five seats work for growing families.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLS 250 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC if…
All-wheel drive
Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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