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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.

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2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2023 Mercedes-Benz CLS

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

3 / 39

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

7 / 39

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

18 / 39

iSeeCars Rankings

5 / 25

Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars

5 / 25

Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 25

Summary Review

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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