BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 41 HP more power than Mercedes CLA, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
6.1
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
50 litres
760 km with real consumption
570 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Engines
Engine production duration:
10 years
8 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērija
Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase
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:
4.63 m
4.63 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.78 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series and Mercedes CLA are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
480 litres
470 litres
BMW 3 series has 10 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes CLA.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.3 metres more than that of the Mercedes CLA.
