2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS's and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS ranges from $44,996 to $66,572 while a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $33,791 to $57,005.
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS loses 53.8 percent of its value and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 7.7 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 10 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 7.9 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS’s base engine makes 362 horsepower, and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. Both the CLS and the E-Class are rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 654 and 557 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS, a large car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
44996 - 66572
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537969
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
33791 - 57005
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Mercedes-Benz CLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.719411 / 10
Reliability:
7.938822 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-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
18 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 25Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Mercedes-Benz CLS Trim Levels
AMG CLS 53, CLS 450, CLS 450 4MATIC
2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
506 / 654 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 557 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4134 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3792 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
193.8 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18