2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
When comparing the 2011 Jaguar XJ's and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Jaguar XJ has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2011 Jaguar XJ's and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Jaguar XJ is a better car than the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
A used 2011 Jaguar XJ ranges from $8,955 to $22,799 while a used 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is priced between $9,805 to $19,957.
2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2011 Jaguar XJ loses 60.1 percent of its value and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2011 Jaguar XJ’s base engine makes 385 horsepower, and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS base engine makes 382 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the 2011 Jaguar XJ has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8955 - 22799
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.601083
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9805 - 19957
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537969
Jaguar XJ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz CLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.719411 / 10
Reliability:
7.938822 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jaguar XJ Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Mercedes-Benz CLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
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22 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2011 Jaguar XJ Trim Levels
Base, Supercharged, Supersport
2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS Trim Levels
CLS 550, CLS 63 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
385 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
380 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
382 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
391 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.094 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
201.7 inches
Wheelbase:
119.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available