BMW 223i vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

BMW 223i

Coupe · Gasoline

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Coupe · Diesel

Car A

BMW 223i

Efficient for its class and quick off the line, the BMW 223i pairs 5.6 L/100 km consumption with 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s. With a 400 L trunk and seating for five, it suits value-minded city drivers more than full-time family or winter use.

5 seatsCoupeGasoline150 hp

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d emphasizes low running costs and everyday ease, pairing 3.9 l/100km consumption with usable performance. It suits city driving and long-distance days alike, though outright cargo capacity and punch are modest.

5 seatsCoupeDiesel5-star safety3.9 L/100km

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Usage fit

Family 20 / 41

City 45 / 48

Budget / value 49 / 52

Road trip 26 / 42

Performance 32 / 34

Cargo 22 / 23

Practical 24 / 26

Premium 37 / 44

Winter 14 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 223i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 223i Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

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Pros & cons

BMW 223i

Efficient for its class at 5.6 L/100 km, helping manage running costs.
Brisk 0–100 km/h in 6.1 s for confident merging and overtakes.
400 L trunk adds real day-to-day practicality for a coupe.
Good value in its segment for city commuting and weekend trips.
Coupe body and two-door access make rear-seat use and child-seat loading inconvenient.
Family utility is limited despite five seats.
Winter-focused driving is not its forte; no all-wheel-drive info provided.
150 hp may feel modest to performance enthusiasts.

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Excellent fuel economy (3.9 l/100km) keeps running costs low
Balanced daily performance with 0–100 km/h in 8.2 s and 260 Nm
Good value in its segment at a price point around 35,000
Strong safety standing in its class per rankings
116 hp won’t satisfy drivers seeking quick acceleration
425-liter trunk limits cargo-heavy use
Diesel powertrain may not suit buyers avoiding diesel
Not the cheapest pick for strict-budget shoppers

Verdict

Pick BMW 223i if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW 223i is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW 223i

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Verdict

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