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Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
Sedan · Electric · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
Car A
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
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
Car B
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 safety333 hp
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 54 / 54
City 65 / 31
Budget / value 43 / 32
Road trip 58 / 63
Performance 27 / 35
Cargo 28 / 29
Practical 37 / 31
Premium 54 / 62
Winter 26 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz SLC 200 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 400

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz SLC 200 Mercedes-Benz CLS 400
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Pros & cons

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

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

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz SLC 200 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz SLC 200 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz CLS 400 puts out 333 hp vs 300 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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