2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 24 MPG | 49 - 57 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 34 MPG | 50 - 56 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 194 - 196 hp |
| Exterior Length | 191.0 in | 181.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.3 in | 70.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in |
Front 43.2 in
Rear 34.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in |
Front 38.0 in
Rear 36.4 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 than in the Toyota Prius, due to the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300's smaller rear head- and legroom.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Prius, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.
Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Prius, making it more convenient to drive.
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). The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Prius, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is much wider than the Toyota Prius, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Prius.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is somewhat more powerful than the Toyota Prius.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Prius.
Utility
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 has less seating than the Toyota Prius, making the Toyota Prius the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.