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Ford Mustang Fastback
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
Ford Mustang Fastback
Car A
Ford Mustang Fastback
The Ford Mustang Fastback blends strong performance (450 hp, 0–100 km/h in 4.5 s) with usable four-seat practicality and a 382 L trunk for road trips. It’s thirsty at 12.4 L/100 km, but around 43,000 it offers good value in its segment.
4 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety450 hp
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG
Car B
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG
Combining compact 5-seat practicality with standout performance and efficiency for its class, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG is quick without being thirsty. It suits buyers who want a rapid, city-friendly performance car with solid safety standing and reasonable running costs.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety7.5 L/100km
Why compared alternative pickcross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilestrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 58 / 63
City 35 / 53
Budget / value 50 / 55
Road trip 51 / 41
Performance 39 / 36
Cargo 18 / 20
Practical 40 / 50
Premium 39 / 55
Winter 30 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Mustang Fastback · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Mustang Fastback Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Ford Mustang Fastback

  • 450 hp and 4.5 s 0–100 km/h deliver strong pace
  • Four seats and 382 L trunk support occasional family use and road trips
  • Signals indicate a strong standing for safety among key factors
  • Around 43,000, it represents good value in its segment

Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG

  • Very quick for its segment: 0–100 km/h in 4.0 s boosts confidence for overtakes and ramps
  • Efficient for its class at 7.5 L/100 km given the 421 hp output
  • Compact size suits city driving and parking
  • Seats 5 with a usable 370 L trunk for everyday family needs

Verdict

Pick Ford Mustang Fastback if…
Lower entry price
Ford Mustang Fastback starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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