Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 and Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45.

When comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 and Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45's and the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45.

Pricing: A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 ranges from $49,954 to $68,714 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 is priced between $48,142 to $62,869. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45's price is between $63,191 and $80,531, with the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 priced between $59,506 and $73,769.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 loses 41.9 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 loses 42.1 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 retains 0.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLA is 7.4 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 17 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 5 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLA is 7.0 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLA the reliability rating is 6.3 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLA.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 makes 382 horsepower. The AMG CLA 45 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 378 miles. The AMG GLA 45 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 338 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.