BMW 650i vs Mercedes-Benz CL550
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550
Overview
| Spec | BMW 650i650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 650i | CL550 4MATIC |
| Body style | Convertible | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 650i650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $98,300 (best) | $116,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 650i650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 21.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 650i650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 445 hp (best) | 429 hp |
| Torque | 480 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.4 L | 4.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 650i650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11 cu ft | 13.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,490 lbs (best) | 4,650 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 116.3 in (best) |
| Length | 192.8 in | 200.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.6 in (best) | 73.7 in |
| Height | 53.7 in | 55.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 650i650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550CL550 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 650i | Mercedes-Benz CL550 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 650i $98,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CL550 4MATIC $116,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 650i vs Mercedes-Benz CL550 FAQ
- Which is better: 2018 BMW 650i or 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW 650i vs 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2018 BMW 650i or 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 BMW 650i starts lower at $98,300.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW 650i or 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550?
- The 2018 BMW 650i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (98,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 BMW 650i or 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550?
- The 2018 BMW 650i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW 650i or 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL550?
- The 2018 BMW 650i leads on horsepower in this comparison (445).