BMW X2 sDrive18i vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

BMW X2 sDrive18i

Suv · Gasoline · RWD

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

BMW X2 sDrive18i

The BMW X2 sDrive18i is an SUV that blends efficient running (6.1 L/100 km) with space for five and a 470 L trunk, making it fit for growing families and weekend trips. It favors economy and everyday ease over outright performance.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety6.1 L/100km

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

A well-rounded compact for families who want efficient petrol running and brisk everyday pace at good value in its segment. Efficiency and safety strengths balance a modest cargo area and a focus on everyday use rather than track performance.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety190 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 69

City 49 / 48

Budget / value 48 / 63

Road trip 52 / 50

Performance 33 / 26

Cargo 34 / 30

Practical 42 / 51

Premium 45 / 46

Winter 44 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X2 sDrive18i · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X2 sDrive18i Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

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Pros & cons

BMW X2 sDrive18i

Efficient for its class: 6.1 L/100 km combined consumption
Five seats and a 470 L trunk support family life and road-trip luggage
Adequate everyday pace with 0–100 km/h in 8.4 s
Strong safety standing within its class
Not a performance pick: 140 hp and 8.4 s to 100 km/h
RWD may not suit buyers seeking all-weather AWD traction
470 L cargo space can feel tight for cargo-heavy use
Price around 36,000 may not fit tighter budgets

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km, easing commuting costs
Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.0 s for confident merging and passing
Seats 5 with a usable 400-liter trunk for daily family needs
Priced at 35,800, offering good value in its segment
400-liter boot can feel limiting for cargo-heavy use
Petrol-only powertrain won’t suit hybrid or EV seekers
More balanced than thrilling if you want performance driving
Five-seat compact format won’t fit larger families

Verdict

Pick BMW X2 sDrive18i if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X2 sDrive18i uses 6.1 L/100km vs 6.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 puts out 190 hp vs 140 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X2 sDrive18i

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

Verdict

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