2021 Dodge Challenger vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA
When comparing the 2021 Dodge Challenger's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Dodge Challenger's and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Dodge Challenger is a better car than the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
2021 Dodge Challenger vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA Pricing
A used 2021 Dodge Challenger ranges from $23,496 to $59,999 while a used 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA is priced between $30,556 to $52,397.
2021 Dodge Challenger vs. 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Dodge Challenger loses 24.4 percent of its value and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Dodge Challenger retains 15.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
2021 Dodge Challenger vs. 2021 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.
2021 Dodge Challenger vs. 2021 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 2021 Dodge Challenger’s base engine makes 303 horsepower, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA base engine makes 221 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 473 miles.This gives the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. The Challenger uses regular unleaded, and the CLA uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Dodge Challenger, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 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:
23496 - 59999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.244452
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
30556 - 52397
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
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11Mercedes-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
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Super Stock, SXT
2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA Trim Levels
AMG CLA 35, 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:
5 years / 60000 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:
303 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
221 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 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):
25 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3858 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3362 lbs
Width:
78.7 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18