Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Sedan · Phev · FWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
Car A
Mercedes-Benz E 350e
A premium plug-in hybrid that blends brisk performance with notable efficiency, the Mercedes-Benz E 350e suits commuters who can use its 54 km electric range. It’s comfortable for five and capable on road trips, but cargo space and winter confidence aren’t its strongest suits.
5 seatsSedanPhev5-star safety2.1 L/100kmPlug-in hybrid
Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
Car B
Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 blends premium V8 performance with useful long-haul practicality, pairing 402 hp and 5.4 s 0-100 km/h with a 520-liter trunk. It suits road trips and growing families more than tight-budget or city-heavy use.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety402 hp
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 60 / 54
City 40 / 29
Budget / value 56 / 28
Road trip 60 / 63
Performance 34 / 39
Cargo 22 / 29
Practical 48 / 30
Premium 62 / 65
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz E 350e · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 500

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz E 350e Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz E 350e

  • Efficient for its class with 2.1 combined consumption and up to 54 km electric range
  • Strong, smooth acceleration: 286 hp, 550 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 5.9 s
  • Premium 5-seat car fit for daily commuting and longer drives
  • Plug-in flexibility suits city EV use and highway road trips

Mercedes-Benz CLS 500

  • V8 power (402 hp, 600 Nm) for effortless overtakes and relaxed cruising
  • 5.4 s 0-100 km/h adds confidence when merging and passing
  • 520-liter trunk and five seats support road trips and growing families
  • Strong safety standing in rankings for added assurance

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz E 350e if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz E 350e uses 2.1 L/100km vs 9.2 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 puts out 402 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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