Toyota 86 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
When we compare the Toyota 86's and the Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the Toyota 86 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Mercedes-Benz CLA has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota 86's and the Mercedes-Benz CLA's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz CLA is a better car than the Toyota 86.
Toyota 86 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Pricing
A used 2020 Toyota 86 ranges from $23,429 to $32,990 while a used 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA is priced between $27,890 to $42,995.
Toyota 86 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota 86 loses 25.8 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz CLA loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota 86 retains 13.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota 86’s base engine makes 205 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz CLA base engine makes 221 horsepower. The 86 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 370 miles. The CLA is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota 86. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz CLA, a subcompact car, 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 Toyota 86, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23429 - 32990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.258061
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27890 - 42995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.394985
Toyota 86 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 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
Toyota 86 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Mercedes-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
Toyota 86 Trim Levels
Base, GT, Hakone Edition
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:
2 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:
205 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
156 foot-lbs @ 6400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 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:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
277 / 370 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
76.5 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:
2776 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
166.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3362 lbs
Width:
78.7 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18