2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 Coupe vs 2018 Audi A7 Sedan
Upon its initial debut, the CLS Coupe quickly became a style icon for the industry and a flagship model for the brand. The luxury coupe segment is highly competitive, but the CLS Coupe always hold its own. The following 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS 550 Coupe vs 2018 Audi A7 Sedan comparison puts two popular luxury coupes head-to-head.
The 2018 Audi A7 is considerably more affordable than the 2018 CLS 550 Coupe, but don't be fooled by a lower starting price--the CLS offers much more value for a small increase in price. Featuring a larger engine and transmission, the CLS delivers an impressive 62 more horsepower than the A7. It also offers quicker, more responsive performance with a 0-60 MPH acceleration time of just 4.9 seconds as opposed to the Audi A7's acceleration time of 5.2 seconds. If the best performance is what you seek, the 2018 CLS Coupe is your perfect match.
2018 Mercedes-BenzCLS 550 Coupe |
vs |
2018 AudiA7 Premium Plus |
|---|---|---|
| $75,150* | Starting MSRP | $69,700 |
|
4.7L V8 biturbo engine & 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission |
Engine & Transmission |
3.0L 6-cylinder TFSI® engine & 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission |
|
402 horsepower & 4.9 seconds |
Horsepower & 0-60 MPH Acceleration |
340 horsepower & 5.2 seconds |
| 18 city / 26 highway | Fuel Economy (MPG) | 20 city / 29 highway |
*MSRP does not include transportation charge. Excludes options, taxes, title, and registration. Options, model availability, and price may vary. See Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead for details.
2018 CLS 550 Coupe Interior Features
The base model of the 2018 CLS Coupe model lineup, the CLS 550 is packed with luxurious features you would only expect from Mercedes-Benz. From innovative technology to upscale comfort systems, stepping inside the CLS 550 Coupe's cabin will have you feeling like a first-class passenger. The CLS can be further customized with several available package options including the Premium Package, which adds ventilated front seats, power-folding side mirrors, KEYLESS-GO, Adaptive High-Beam Assist, and other premium features.
A list of 2018 CLS 550 Coupe standard interior features is included below.
- Rearview Camera
- Leather upholstery
- 8" freestanding audio display with a central controller
- Illuminated entry system
- LOGIC7® digital sound system
- HomeLink® garage door opener
- COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS®
- COMAND® Navigation
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
