2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 vs. 2024 Toyota Prius Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300

2024 Mercedes-Benz
CLE 300

MSRP*: $56,500
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2024 Toyota Prius

2024 Toyota
Prius

MSRP*: $27,950 to $36,365
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

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
Engine
  • 255-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 194-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
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.

Comparison Review

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.