2016 Audi A3 vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA
When comparing the 2016 Audi A3's and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Audi A3's and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2016 Audi A3 vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Pricing
A used 2016 Audi A3 ranges from $11,957 to $21,998 while a used 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA is priced between $13,772 to $25,894.
2016 Audi A3 vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA retains 9.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Audi A3.
2016 Audi A3 vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A3 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz CLA's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Audi A3 being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 17 out of 36.
2016 Audi A3 vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A3 is 8.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz CLA the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Audi A3’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA base engine makes 208 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. The CLA is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 Audi A3. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2016 Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11957 - 21998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13772 - 25894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.394985
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz CLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Mercedes-Benz CLA Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Trim Levels
AMG CLA 45, CLA 250, CLA 250 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
208 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 38 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3175 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3252 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17