The Comparative Analysis :
Lotus Evora S 2+0 IPS (13 - 15) vs. Mercedes CLC 350 (08 - 11)
€ 75,900

€ 36,500

€ 75,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 36,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Lotus Evora S is 4.2 inches shorter, 4.7 inches wider and 7.3 inches lower than the Mercedes CLC 350.
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
48.1
72.8
80.6
55.5
68
81.8
72.8 in
Width
68 in
80.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.8 in
48.1 in
Height
55.5 in
101.4
170.9
106.9
175.1
170.9 in
Length
175.1 in
101.4 in
Wheelbase
106.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
3047 lb
Curb Weight
3417 lb
No data
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4453 lb

Weight Difference:
370 lb
10.83 %

General
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
Evora
Generation
CL203
Coupe
Car Body Style
Coupe
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

6-speed automated manual transmission (AMT)
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
V6 gasoline engine with compressor
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Series
Mercedes-Benz M 272
Engine Code
M 272.960

4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3.5 L / 171 cu in
Displacement
3.5 L / 171 cu in
345 hp
at 7000 rpm
Power
268 hp
at 6000 rpm
Lotus Evora S
345 hp
268 hp
Mercedes CLC 350
295 lb‑ft
at 4500 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 2400 rpm
Lotus Evora S
295 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
Mercedes CLC 350
Performance
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
172 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
4.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
220 ft
0.000 sec

Lotus Evora S
62 mph
62
mph
mph
289 ft
0.000 sec

Mercedes CLC 350
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8.83 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
12.75 lb/hp
Lotus Evora S
8.83 lb/hp
12.75 lb/hp
Mercedes CLC 350
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
Fuel Economy
23 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Lotus Evora S
23 mpg
25 mpg
Mercedes CLC 350
16 mpg
city
17 mpg
31 mpg
highway
34 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.4 gal
365 mi
Range
406 mi
Lotus Evora S
365 mi
406 mi
Mercedes CLC 350
Environmental Impact
193.3 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
179.9 kWh
Lotus Evora S
193.3 kWh
179.9 kWh
Mercedes CLC 350
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4 / Euro 5
385 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
365 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Lotus Evora S
Mercedes CLC 350
2
Doors
3
2
No. of Seats
4
No data
Maximum Payload
1036 lb
1.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.8 cu ft






No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
31.1 cu ft