Mercedes-Benz S 680
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Mercedes-Benz S 680
Car A
Mercedes-Benz S 680
A luxury four-seater with immense V8 performance and long-distance ease, the Mercedes-Benz S 680 shines for premium travel and road trips. Its very high price, fuel use, four-seat layout, and FWD setup limit appeal for city use or larger families.
4 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety612 hp
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG
Car B
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG blends supercar-level acceleration with a refined five-seat cabin, making it a strong luxury choice for fast, long-distance travel. Its high price and thirstier V8 suit buyers prioritizing speed and comfort over efficiency.
5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety11.4 L/100km
Why compared same body typesame ranking profilestrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 51 / 54
City 16 / 20
Budget / value 6 / 11
Road trip 66 / 63
Performance 49 / 46
Cargo 28 / 29
Practical 23 / 27
Premium 89 / 78
Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz S 680 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz S 680 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz S 680

  • Very rapid acceleration (0–100 km/h in 3.5 s) and 300 km/h top speed.
  • Four-seat layout tailored to luxury travel.
  • 550 L trunk capacity suits long road trips.
  • Strong safety ranking in our data for long-distance confidence.

Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

  • Explosive 0–100 km/h in 3.6 s for effortless overtakes
  • 300 km/h top speed places it among the quickest in its class
  • Spacious 520-liter trunk and five seats suit road trips and growing families
  • V8 BiTurbo punch with 557 hp and 700 Nm for confident cruising

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz S 680 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz S 680 is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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