Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value 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's and the Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranges from $43,886 to $63,220 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS is priced between $71,890 to $91,999. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's price is between $47,290 and $69,111, with the Mercedes-Benz CLS priced between $82,283 and $96,974.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 46.8 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz CLS loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 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 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 9 out of 25 Best Luxury Hatchbacks.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 8.2 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz CLS the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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.This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mercedes-Benz CLS the advantage in maximum range. 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 based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$47,290 - $69,111
Used Asking Price:
$43,886 - $63,220
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$82,283 - $96,974
Used Asking Price:
$71,890 - $91,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz CLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Mercedes-Benz CLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz CLS 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
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 @ 2000 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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
