Mercedes CLA 2016 vs Mercedes GLA 2017
| Body: | Coupe | Crossover / SUV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 218 HP | 381 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 475 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.4 seconds | 4.4 seconds | |
|
Mercedes GLA is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes CLA engine produces 163 HP less power than Mercedes GLA, whereas torque is 125 NM less than Mercedes GLA. Due to the lower power, Mercedes CLA reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 7.4 | |
|
The Mercedes CLA is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes CLA consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes GLA, which means that by driving the Mercedes CLA over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 56 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 750 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes CLA gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes CLA 2016 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes CLA 2016 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.49 m | |
| Mercedes CLA is 22 cm longer than the Mercedes GLA, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes CLA is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 470 litres | 421 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1235 litres | |
|
Mercedes CLA has more luggage capacity. Mercedes CLA has 49 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes GLA. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLA is 0.8 metres less than that of the Mercedes GLA, which means Mercedes CLA can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`965 | 2`105 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 15 800 | 17 800 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Mercedes CLA has
|
Mercedes GLA has
| |