Score
89/100
Mercedes-Benz
Cologne
2016
“Grapefruit and pink pepper over white woods — MB's discontinued summer, more pleasant than its branding suggested.”

The take
What works
- ●Grapefruit-mandarin-pink pepper Dior Homme Cologne adjacent masculine
- ●Affordable summer alternative to luxury cologne
Trade-offs
- ●Discontinued — hard to find
- ●Reads like synthetic lemon cleaner to some
Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Longevity
4–6 hoursProjection
Arm's lengthSillage
Soft trailWhen to wear
Spring70%
Summer100%
Fall13%
Winter4%
Day91%
Night12%
Gender
Leans masculine
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
You might also like
Different scent, similar vibe
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mercedes-Benz Cologne smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Dior Dior Homme Cologne (86%), Dior Dior Homme Cologne 2022 (81%), Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo Man Ice (78%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.
How long does Mercedes-Benz Cologne last?
4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 54/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Mercedes-Benz Cologne?
Best in summer, daytime-leaning.
Is Mercedes-Benz Cologne worth it?
At this price, yes for this tier. Grapefruit-mandarin-pink pepper Dior Homme Cologne adjacent masculine. Affordable summer alternative to luxury cologne.
Details
- Perfumer
- Olivier Cresp
























