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Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
Sedan · Electric · FWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
Car A
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
Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
Car B
Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
An electric five-seat SLC 200 that blends strong power with a 500 km range, making daily city use and road trips easy for a growing family. Quick and practical, but FWD and its focus make it less ideal for harsh winters or performance driving.
5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safetyElectric
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 54
City 29 / 65
Budget / value 28 / 43
Road trip 63 / 58
Performance 39 / 27
Cargo 29 / 28
Practical 30 / 37
Premium 65 / 54
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz SLC 200

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
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Pros & cons

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

Mercedes-Benz SLC 200

  • 500 km range from a 75 kWh battery supports commuting and weekend trips with fewer stops
  • Five seats and a 500 L trunk suit growing families and luggage
  • 300 hp and 4.5 s 0–100 km/h make merging and passing effortless
  • Priced at 59,999, it offers good value in its segment for power, range, and space

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz CLS 500 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz SLC 200 if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz SLC 200 is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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