Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 AMG
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 GLC 63 AMG
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 AMG
A five-seat, V8 biturbo performance model that pairs serious speed (0–100 km/h in 3.8 s) with useful everyday space. Best suited to premium buyers who want road‑trip practicality without giving up pace.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety476 hp
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Usage fit

Family 54 / 55
City 31 / 35
Budget / value 32 / 21
Road trip 63 / 55
Performance 35 / 41
Cargo 29 / 30
Practical 31 / 27
Premium 62 / 61
Winter 30 / 26

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 AMG
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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 GLC 63 AMG

  • Very quick: 0–100 km/h in 3.8 s and 280 km/h top speed.
  • V8 biturbo punch (476 hp, 650 Nm) for confident overtakes and highway cruising.
  • Five seats and a 550 L trunk support family use and longer trips.
  • Strong safety ranking signal alongside its performance focus.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 uses 8.4 L/100km vs 12.3 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 AMG if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 AMG puts out 476 hp vs 333 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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