Mercedes CLA is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes CLA engine produces 14 HP less power than BMW 4 series, but torque is 40 NM more than BMW 4 series. Despite less power, Mercedes CLA reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster.
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)
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 (BMW 4 series) 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.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.64 m
4.64 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.83 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.38 m
Mercedes CLA and BMW 4 series are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
470 litres
445 litres
Mercedes CLA has more luggage capacity. Mercedes CLA has 25 litres more trunk space than the BMW 4 series.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes CLA is 0.3 metres less than that of the BMW 4 series.
