Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45
In 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 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, resale value 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 GLA AMG GLA 45 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45.
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 Pricing
A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 ranges from $58,993 to $69,210 while a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 is priced between $54,983 to $70,868. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45's price is between $62,961 and $84,832, with the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 priced between $59,208 and $75,376.
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 loses 39.5 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45.
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLA is 8.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLA's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 2 out of 6 Best Luxury Subcompact Cars and the Mercedes-Benz GLA being ranked 4 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs.
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA 45 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.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$62,961 - $84,832
Used Asking Price:
$58,993 - $69,210
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$59,208 - $75,376
Used Asking Price:
$54,983 - $70,868
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.8%
Mercedes-Benz CLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz GLA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz CLA Rankings
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40 out of / 67Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Mercedes-Benz CLA Trim Levels
AMG CLA 35, CLA 250, CLA 250 4MATIC
Other Mercedes-Benz GLA Trim Levels
AMG GLA 35, GLA 250, GLA 250 4MATIC
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:
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:
382 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.101 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
382 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.097 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 378 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 338 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
89.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3770 lbs
Width:
78.7 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3924 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
62.5 inches
Length:
174.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R19
