Mercedes C class 2018 vs Mercedes CLA 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 177 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6 seconds | 7.7 seconds | |
|
Mercedes C class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes C class engine produces 68 HP more power than Mercedes CLA, whereas torque is 150 NM more than Mercedes CLA. Thanks to more power Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 50 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes CLA) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes C class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes CLA 2016 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 5 cm longer than the Mercedes CLA, 3 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes C class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 470 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 2`185 kg | 2`015 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`615 kg | 1`450 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 570 kg | 565 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 21 400 | 14 600 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Mercedes C klase has
|
Mercedes CLA has
| |