2024 Honda Civic vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Review

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2024 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $24,950 to $31,450
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
CLE 300

MSRP*: $56,500
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MPG - City 26 - 31 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 36 - 39 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 - 180 hp 255 hp
Exterior Length 179.0 in 191.0 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 73.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 37.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Civic than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Civic and the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 in the front seats.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Honda Civic, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Honda Civic is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Civic is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Honda Civic, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Honda Civic has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Honda Civic offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.