Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
When we compare the Mercedes-Benz C-Class to the Mercedes-Benz CLS, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Mercedes-Benz CLS have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus the Mercedes-Benz CLS, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's price is between $46,638 and $58,808, with the Mercedes-Benz CLS priced between $82,816 and $102,132.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus Mercedes-Benz CLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 8.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz CLS's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 3 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 5 out of 25 Best Luxury Large Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS base engine makes 362 horsepower. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 626 miles. The CLS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Mercedes-Benz CLS are comparable in regards to interior volume
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,638 - $58,808
Used Asking Price:
$46,560 - $57,324
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$82,816 - $102,132
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 8Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars
Ranking
7 out of / 39Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
18 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars
Ranking
5 out of / 25Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
7 out of / 25Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
AMG C 43, AMG C 63 S, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
Trim Levels
CLS 450 4MATIC
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
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):
25 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
435 / 626 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 633 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4255 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
