Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA to the Mercedes-Benz CLS, the Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz CLA and Mercedes-Benz CLS have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz CLA versus the Mercedes-Benz CLS, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mercedes-Benz CLA versus Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Mercedes-Benz CLA ranges from $36,495 to $53,477 while a used Mercedes-Benz CLS from the same model year range is priced between $66,551 to $89,899. For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz CLA's price is between $41,324 and $59,222, with the Mercedes-Benz CLS priced between $76,278 and $92,745.
Mercedes-Benz CLA versus Mercedes-Benz CLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz CLA and Mercedes-Benz CLS is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz CLA being ranked 16 out of 38 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 5 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
Mercedes-Benz CLA versus Mercedes-Benz CLS Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz CLA’s base engine makes 221 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS base engine makes 362 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,324 - $59,222
Used Asking Price:
$36,495 - $53,477
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$76,278 - $92,745
Used Asking Price:
$66,551 - $89,899
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
16 out of / 38Ranking
17 out of / 38iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
AMG CLA 45, CLA 250, AMG CLA 35, CLA 250 4MATIC
Trim Levels
CLS 450 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:
221 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 633 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4255 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
