Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Porsche Panamera
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLS to the Porsche Panamera, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, overall quality score and base engine power. The Porsche Panamera has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CLS versus the Porsche Panamera, the Mercedes-Benz CLS is a better car than the Porsche Panamera.
Mercedes-Benz CLS versus Porsche Panamera Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Mercedes-Benz CLS ranges from $48,950 to $72,896 while a used Porsche Panamera from the same model year range is priced between $68,000 to $129,583. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz CLS's price is between $79,193 and $99,800, with the Porsche Panamera priced between $106,538 and $159,024.
Mercedes-Benz CLS versus Porsche Panamera Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLS is 8.0 out of 10 while the Porsche Panamera's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 3 out of 8 Best Luxury Large Cars for the Money and the Porsche Panamera being ranked 4 out of 8. Out of 25 Best Luxury Large Cars, the Mercedes-Benz CLS is ranked 25 and the Porsche Panamera is ranked 6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz CLS’s base engine makes 362 horsepower, and the Porsche Panamera base engine makes 325 horsepower. The CLS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles. The Panamera is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Porsche Panamera has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more trunk space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,193 - $99,800
Used Asking Price:
$48,950 - $72,896
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$106,538 - $159,024
Used Asking Price:
$68,000 - $129,583
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
CLS 450 4MATIC
Trim Levels
4S, Turbo S, GTS, Base, Platinum Edition, 4, 4 Platinum Edition, 4S Executive, Turbo S Executive, 4 Executive
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):
Not yet available
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):
0.085 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
325 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 569 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:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
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:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
115.6 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4222 lbs
Width:
85.3 inches
Height:
56 inches
Length:
198.8 inches
Wheelbase:
116.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R19
