2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. 2016 Nissan Maxima
When comparing the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA's and the 2016 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2016 Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA's and the 2016 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Nissan Maxima is a better car than the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. 2016 Nissan Maxima Pricing
A used 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA ranges from $13,772 to $25,894 while a used 2016 Nissan Maxima is priced between $11,988 to $22,999.
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. 2016 Nissan Maxima Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA loses 39.5 percent of its value and the 2016 Nissan Maxima loses 52.1 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA retains 12.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Nissan Maxima.
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. 2016 Nissan Maxima Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLA is 8.0 out of 10 while the Nissan Maxima's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 2 out of 6 Best Luxury Subcompact Cars and the Nissan Maxima being ranked 3 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. 2016 Nissan Maxima Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLA is 7.0 out of 10. For the Nissan Maxima the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Maxima an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA’s base engine makes 208 horsepower, and the 2016 Nissan Maxima base engine makes 300 horsepower. The CLA is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The Maxima is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles.This gives the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 Nissan Maxima the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2016 Nissan Maxima 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:
13772 - 25894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.394985
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11988 - 22999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.52091
Mercedes-Benz CLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.301809 / 10
Reliability:
8.605429 / 10
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz CLA Rankings
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12 out of / 36Ranking
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13 out of / 31Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 36Nissan Maxima Rankings
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1 out of / 8Ranking
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3 out of / 8Ranking
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6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Trim Levels
AMG CLA 45, CLA 250, CLA 250 4MATIC
2016 Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SL, 3.5 SR, 3.5 SV, Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.6 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3471 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18