Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG
Coupe · Gasoline
vs
BMW i4 M50
Coupe · Electric · FWD
Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG blends strong performance (306 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s) with five-seat usability and a 460 L trunk, making it good value in its segment for drivers who want speed they can use every day. At 7.3 L/100 km combined, it is efficient for its class and well-suited to longer road trips.
5 seatsCoupeGasoline5-star safety
BMW i4 M50
Car B
BMW i4 M50
The BMW i4 M50 blends high-output electric performance with a usable 510 km range and five-seat practicality, making it a strong premium pick for fast commutes and weekend trips. It isn’t the most versatile or budget-oriented choice, but it offers good value in its segment for speed-focused buyers.
5 seatsCoupeElectric5-star safety544 hpElectric
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Usage fit

Family 42 / 43
City 39 / 36
Budget / value 38 / 21
Road trip 43 / 46
Performance 39 / 46
Cargo 25 / 26
Practical 23 / 14
Premium 53 / 60
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG · Orange = BMW i4 M50

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG BMW i4 M50
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG

  • Strong performance for the money with 306 hp and 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s.
  • Efficient for its class at 7.3 L/100 km, helpful for road trips.
  • Five seats and a 460 L trunk support small-family travel and daily use.
  • Positive safety ranking signals add peace of mind.

BMW i4 M50

  • Explosive acceleration: 544 hp, 795 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 3.9 s
  • Road-trip viability with up to 510 km of range from an 83.9 kWh battery
  • Seats 5 with a 470 L trunk for workable long-weekend carrying
  • Good value in its segment considering the performance at about $65,000

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLA 35 AMG starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW i4 M50 if…
More power
BMW i4 M50 puts out 544 hp vs 306 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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