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Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
Sedan · Gasoline · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
Sedan · Electric · FWD
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550
The Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 pairs V8 punch (402 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s) with a usable 5-seat cabin and 520 L of luggage space, making it a premium choice for road trips and growing families. Its 9.9 L/100 km combined figure is efficient for its class, though city driving and cargo‑heavy use aren’t its strengths.
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 63 / 54
City 28 / 65
Budget / value 43 / 43
Road trip 66 / 58
Performance 37 / 27
Cargo 29 / 28
Practical 41 / 37
Premium 64 / 54
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 · Orange = Mercedes-Benz SLC 200

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 Mercedes-Benz SLC 200
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

  • V8 performance with 402 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s for confident passing.
  • Room for five and 520 L of trunk space supports family road trips.
  • Efficient for its class at 9.9 L/100 km given the output.
  • Safety ranks highly in our data for this model.

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 550 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 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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