[Mnfamilyguy2020]

I have the 650GC and had a CLS550 (2013) for three years. My neighbor has a 640 which I’ve ridden in and driven dozens of times.

My 2 cents:

I would take the CLS 550 over the 640 for a few reasons. The first is the M278 V8, it significantly out performs the 640 in every aspect of driving except economy. It is butter smooth (much smoother than my 650) and has significantly more power (seat of your pants torque) than the 40. The trim level is also superior to the base 640 trim, leather replaces plastic on all surfaces. The air suspension is also huge if you drive in a climate that receives measurable snow. Lastly, two issues that bite me nearly every day in my 650: the sunroof actually opens (not just tilts) and the trunk opens and closes with a press of a button. (Our 6’ers trunks don’t open fully very well on their own and only close manually)

All this being said, the 650GC is a far superior car for many reasons, but that’s a different discussion.


Best!