Volkswagen Arteon R vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

Volkswagen Arteon R

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

Sedan · Gasoline · FWD

Car A

Volkswagen Arteon R

The Volkswagen Arteon R prioritizes strong performance and long‑haul usefulness, pairing 320 hp and a 5.0 s 0–100 km/h sprint with a large 563-liter trunk for trips. It suits road trips and growing families seeking good value in its segment, with a focus more on highways than city streets.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety8.3 L/100km

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

The Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 pairs V8 punch (402 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.6 s) with a usable 5-seat cabin and 520 L of luggage space, making it a premium choice for road trips and growing families. Its 9.9 L/100 km combined figure is efficient for its class, though city driving and cargo‑heavy use aren’t its strengths.

5 seatsSedanGasoline5-star safety402 hp

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Usage fit

Family 46 / 63

City 26 / 28

Budget / value 39 / 43

Road trip 57 / 66

Performance 30 / 37

Cargo 31 / 29

Practical 24 / 41

Premium 38 / 64

Winter 30 / 30

Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen Arteon R · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

Specs side-by-side

Spec Volkswagen Arteon R Mercedes-Benz CLS 550

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