Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
When we compare the Alfa Romeo Giulia's and the Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo Giulia has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo Giulia's and the Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLA is a better car than the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Pricing
For a new model, the Alfa Romeo Giulia's price is between $44,927 and $56,632, with the Mercedes-Benz CLA priced between $44,850 and $60,038.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Alfa Romeo Giulia loses 42.6 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz CLA loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz CLA retains 3.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Alfa Romeo Giulia is 7.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz CLA's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Alfa Romeo Giulia being ranked 23 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 17 out of 36.
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Alfa Romeo Giulia is 6.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz CLA the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLA an advantage in reliability compared to the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo Giulia’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLA base engine makes 221 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44927 - 56632
Used Asking Price:
41460 - 55313
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.426204
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44850 - 60038
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.394985
Alfa Romeo Giulia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz CLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Alfa Romeo Giulia Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
29 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
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo Giulia Trim Levels
Competizione, Quadrifoglio, Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary, Sprint, Ti, Veloce
Mercedes-Benz CLA Trim Levels
AMG CLA 35, 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):
Not yet available
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:
280 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
306 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3522 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3362 lbs
Width:
78.7 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18