BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes CLA engine produces 14 HP less power than BMW 3 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Mercedes CLA reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
5.3
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
60 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Engines
Engine production duration:
8 years
5 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase
Used also on BMW 1 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes CLA might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.64 m
4.62 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes CLA is 2 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes CLA is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
480 litres
Despite its longer length, Mercedes CLA has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Mercedes CLA uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes CLA is 0.3 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series.
