2017 Dodge Challenger vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA
When we compare the 2017 Dodge Challenger's and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Dodge Challenger's and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2017 Dodge Challenger vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Pricing
A used 2017 Dodge Challenger ranges from $16,996 to $44,996 while a used 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA is priced between $14,899 to $28,223.
2017 Dodge Challenger vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Dodge Challenger loses 24.4 percent of its value and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Dodge Challenger retains 15.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
2017 Dodge Challenger vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Challenger is 7.9 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz CLA's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Challenger being ranked 5 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 2 out of 6 Best Luxury Subcompact Cars.
2017 Dodge Challenger vs. 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Challenger is 8.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz CLA the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Challenger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Dodge Challenger’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA base engine makes 208 horsepower. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The CLA is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 533 miles.This gives the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. The Challenger uses regular unleaded, and the CLA uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 Dodge Challenger 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:
16996 - 44996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.244452
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14899 - 28223
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.394985
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.947192 / 10
Reliability:
7.994384 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 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
Dodge Challenger Rankings
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8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11Mercedes-Benz CLA Rankings
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18 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker, GT, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Plus Shaker, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Shaker, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus, T/A, T/A 392, T/A Plus
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Trim Levels
AMG CLA 45, CLA 250, CLA 250 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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:
305 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 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:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
24 / 36 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 533 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
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:
3894 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3274 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:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17