BMW X3 xDrive20d vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

BMW X3 xDrive20d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

BMW X3 xDrive20d

A well-rounded diesel AWD SUV for growing families and road trips, pairing efficient consumption with usable space. Performance is adequate rather than sporty, and cargo capacity is good but not class-leading.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d prioritizes efficiency and steady performance while offering enough space for family life. It suits growing families and frequent road-trippers who value low consumption over outright speed.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.4 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 75 / 62

City 49 / 50

Budget / value 60 / 47

Road trip 61 / 52

Performance 33 / 29

Cargo 38 / 33

Practical 57 / 44

Premium 48 / 48

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X3 xDrive20d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X3 xDrive20d Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive20d

Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km
AWD traction suits winter and mixed conditions
Seats 5 with a 550 L boot for family use and trips
Good value in its segment around the 45,000 price point
Not for performance driving: 0–100 km/h in 8 s and 190 hp
Cargo-heavy needs may outgrow the 550 L trunk
Only five seats; no third row
Diesel powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking petrol or electric alternatives

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Efficient for its class, with combined consumption of 4.4 L/100 km
Signals a strong standing for safety
400 Nm torque helps confident highway passing and relaxed cruising
Five seats and a 460 L trunk fit growing families and road trips
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 7.9 s
Cargo-heavy use may outgrow the 460 L trunk
Around 45k; consider if this fits your budget
Drive type not listed; confirm if you need AWD

Verdict

Pick BMW X3 xDrive20d if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

BMW X3 xDrive20d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X3 xDrive20d

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Verdict

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