Summary
vs. The Competition
The 2017 Mercedes Benz CLS is currently rated #10 out of 10 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 BMW 6-Series for Luxury Large Cars.
It's a bad car overall compared to others in the same category.
Its Horsepower lose against competitors.
Competitors
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Tesla Model S?
The CLS costs $6,850.00 more than the Model S. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Genesis G90?
The CLS costs $6,750.00 more than the G90. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Audi A7?
The CLS costs $6,050.00 more than the A7. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Cadillac CT6?
The CLS costs $21,055.00 more than the CT6. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or BMW 6-Series?
The CLS costs $2,750.00 less than the 6-Series. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Lincoln Continental?
The CLS costs $30,130.00 more than the Continental. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Kia K900?
The CLS costs $24,950.00 more than the K900. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Cadillac XTS?
The CLS costs $29,255.00 more than the XTS. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Mercedes Benz CLS or Acura RLX?
The CLS costs $20,400.00 more than the RLX. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
2017 Mercedes Benz CLS Specs & Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
Horsepower
Worst Attribute
Car and Driver Overall Rating
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $74,850.00 | Bad with 0 stars based on ratings | |
| MPG | 18 city / 26 highway city / highway | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Drivetrain | RWD/AWD | Good with 3 stars based on ratings | |
| Horsepower | 402 to 550hp | Good with 4 stars based on ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21.1 galgal | Bad with 0 stars based on rating | |
| Seating Capacity | 4. Front seats comfortable, rear seats limited headroom/legroom. | Bad with 0 stars based on rating | |
| Car and Driver Overall Rating | 3/5 | Bad with 0 stars based on rating |