Mercedes CLA 2013 and Mercedes CLA 2016 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Mercedes CLA 2013 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
16 years
16 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase
Installed on at least 7 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 2016 might be a better choice in this respect.
Mercedes CLA 2016 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes CLA 2016 2.1 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.63 m
4.64 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.78 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes CLA 2013 is 1 cm shorter than the Mercedes CLA 2016, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.