BMW X5 xDrive40d
Suv · Diesel · AWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d
Suv · Diesel
BMW X5 xDrive40d
Car A
BMW X5 xDrive40d
The BMW X5 xDrive40d blends strong diesel performance with AWD efficiency, suiting road trips and family duties. It’s quick and spacious, but less compelling for tight-city use or budget-first buyers.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety335 hpAWD
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d
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 same body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 69 / 62
City 31 / 50
Budget / value 36 / 47
Road trip 76 / 52
Performance 36 / 29
Cargo 44 / 33
Practical 45 / 44
Premium 61 / 48
Winter 80 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X5 xDrive40d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X5 xDrive40d Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

BMW X5 xDrive40d

  • Efficient long-distance cruiser (7.3 L/100 km combined).
  • 700 Nm torque and 5.5 s 0–100 km/h for confident overtakes.
  • AWD traction supports winter and all-weather driving.
  • 650 L boot and five-seat SUV space for growing families.

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

Verdict

Pick BMW X5 xDrive40d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
BMW X5 xDrive40d 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.

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