Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS 450 4MATIC 2019

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Make: 
Subaru
Mercedes-Benz
Model: 
Forester
CLS-Class
Average Price: 
29,395
Updated: 
18 Feb 2018
$
71,700
Updated: 
20 Feb 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
Car
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2018
2019
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
15.90gals
21.10gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Crystal Black Silica
#3D393A
Crystal White Pearl
#E7E7E7
Dark Gray Metallic
#333333
Ice Silver Metallic
#686672
Jasmine Green Metallic
#777581
Quartz Blue Pearl
#365890
Venetian Red Pearl
#882A3A
Color: 
designo Selenite Grey Magno
#4a4e51
designo Diamond White Metallic
#ede4d7
Ruby Black Metallic
#16040d
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#a02c32
Selenite Grey Metallic
#616362
Dakota Brown Metallic
#403524
Iridium Silver Metallic
#a5a5a5
Black
#000000
Obsidian Black Metallic
#211810
Polar White
#e1e0de

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2018 Subaru Forester ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Subaru Forester has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent cargo capacity
Spacious rear seats
Good mpg ratings, even with standard all-wheel drive
Many available safety features

Cons
Interior design and build quality trail some rivals'
Fewer tech features than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

The 2018 Subaru Forester continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.

Pros
Fun to drive, good ride
Excellent safety ratings and systems
Good outward visibility
Standard all-wheel drive
Peppy Turbo option, CVT among the best

Cons
Front seats small for some
Priciest trims still not that premium
No manual gearbox for turbo engine
Paddle shifters only on turbo

By: 
thecarconnection.com

For 2018, the Subaru Forester offers a new Black Edition trim package that adds black-finished wheels, body trim and grille. The interior also receives black cloth upholstery and black gloss dashboard trim. Limited trim levels also get a new cargo area cover, while Touring trims now include Subaru's EyeSight safety package as standard along with automatic high beams and reverse automatic braking.

PROS
All-wheel drive comes standard and doesn't sink fuel economy
High ground clearance offers better than average off-road ability
Airy interior with plenty of room for adults both front and rear
Optional turbocharged engine makes Forester very quick

CONS
Modest tow rating limits overall utility
Cabin design and materials are just average
Handling isn't as sporty as some rivals
CVT feels less responsive and refined than a traditional automatic

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edmunds.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class ranked #5 in Luxury Large Cars. Currently the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Supple ride
Posh interior
Supportive seats
Lots of user-friendly tech

Cons
Some competitors are more athletic
Roofline limits rear-seat headroom and rearward visibility

By: 
usnews.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is all-new.New styling, engines and interior.Part of the third CLS-Class generation introduced for 2019.

Pros
Impressive array of available powertrains
Long list of available advanced safety features
Pleasing balance of handling performance and comfort
Sleek exterior and impeccable interior

Cons
Rear headroom is limited by the sloping roofline
Lacks Mercedes' latest MBUX system

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edmunds.com

Look beyond the evolutionary looks; the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has one heck of a hybrid powertrain.

Pros
Stunning profile
Smooth and powerful new inline-6 engines
Gorgeous interior
Beautifully equipped

Cons
Amounts to a pricey rear pillar
Still tight inside compared to an E-Class
Price skyrockets with options

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
26.00mpg
23.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
32.00mpg
30.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
24
Cylinders: 
4
Flat
6
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.50L
3.00L
Torque: 
174ft-lbs
at 4 100rpm
369ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
Horsepower: 
170hp
at 5 800rpm
362hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.80Feet
39.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Cargo Floor Mats
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
181.50in
199.10in
Width: 
70.70in
74.40in
Height: 
68.20in
55.30in
Ground Clearance: 
8.70in
3.70in
Wheel Base: 
103.90in
115.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.00
36.90
Rear Head Room: 
37.50
35.90
Front Leg Room: 
43.00in
41.90in
Rear leg room: 
38.00in
35.00in
Front Hip Room: 
53.90in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.00in
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
53.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.50in
56.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
68.50cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
31.50cu.ft
11.90cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
23.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
25.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
3455.00lbs
4255.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated mirrors
2 one-touch power windows
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
no
Front Seats Features: 
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Leather
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
10 -way power passenger seat
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
multi-level heating driver seat
10 -way power driver seat
leather
height adjustable driver seat
multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
driver seat thigh extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
folding with pass-thru center armrest
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather Steering Wheel
Interior Air Filtration
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
no
no
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
6 total speakers
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
memory card slot

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
More in Glass and Roof: 
Intermittent rear wiper
Variable intermittent wipers
Roof rack
Power glass sunroof
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 x 7.0
19 X 9.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
All season tires
Run flat tires
alloy wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35
Diameter: 
R19

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Security System Shock Sensor
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Blind-Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
4-Wheel ABS
2 Front Headrests
3 Rear Headrests
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system
blind spot warning accident avoidance system
pre-collision safety system
brake drying
emergency braking preparation
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
adaptive headlights
LED headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Standard Model - 2.5i Limited
Popular Package #2
EyeSight, Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers
Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers
Warmth and Comfort Package
AMG Line
ENERGIZING Comfort Package
Driver Assistance Package
Premium Package
Exterior Lighting Package
Parking Assist Package
Exterior Options: 
Wheel Lock Kit (Alloy Wheels)
Body Side Molding Kit Ice Silver Metallic
Wheel Arch Moldings
Body Side Molding Kit Dark Gray Metallic
Door Edge Guard Crystal Black Silica
Door Edge Guard Ice Silver Metallic
Door Edge Guard Crystal White Pearl
Door Edge Guard Jasmine Green
Splash Guards
Rear Bumper Cover
Door Edge Guard Quartz Blue Pearl
Door Edge Guard Venetian Red Pearl
Front Bumper Underguard
Cross Bar Set - Aero
Sport Grille
Trailer Hitch And Harness
Body Side Molding Kit Jasmine Green
Door Edge Guard Dark Gray Metallic
Rear Bumper Underguard
Body Side Molding Kit Venetian Red
Body Side Molding Kit Crystal Black Silica
Body Side Molding Kit Quartz Blue Pearl
Body Side Molding Kit Crystal White Pearl
19" AMG Twin 5-Spoke
Wheel Locks
19" 5-Spoke
20" AMG Multispoke
Chrome Door Handle Inserts
Soft Close Doors
Interior Options: 
Compartment Separator
Cargo Net Rear Seat Back
Sunshade
Cargo Net Side
Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass
Cargo Net Rear
Tweeter Kit
Rear Seat Back Protector
All-Weather Floor Mats
STI Leather Shift Knob CVT
Footwell Illumination Kit - red
Kicker Audio Upgrade Package
Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink
Speaker Kit
Side Still Plate-Front
Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection
Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Homelink & Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection
Head-Up Display
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
115V A/C Power Outlet
Active Multicontour Front Seats w/Massage
Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System
Ventilated Front Seats
Digital Instrument Cluster
Rear Seat Entertainment System Pre-Wiring
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Rear-Window Sunshade
Illuminated Door Sills
Acoustic Comfort Package
SiriusXM Radio with 6-Month All Access trial
Rapid Heating Feature For Front Seats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, cloth
#343436
Gray, cloth
#A9A6A3
Color: 
designo Macchiato Beige/Titian Red Nappa, premium leather
#cdc9c9
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey Nappa, premium leather
#d9d1ce
designo Black/Titanium Grey Pearl Nappa, premium leather
#000000
Magma Grey/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather
#595961
Macchiato Beige/Magma Grey, leather
#d9d1ce
Black, leather
#000000
Magma Grey/Espresso Brown, leather
#595961
Marsala Brown/Espresso Brown, leather
#66575c
Marsala Brown/Espresso Brown Nappa, premium leather
#66575c
Black, premium leather
#000000
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