Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
Suv · Diesel
vs
Kia Sportage SX
Suv · Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d blends diesel efficiency (4.8 L/100 km) with usable 0–100 km/h in 8.0 s and a 460 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. It prioritizes economy and safety standing over outright performance or maximum cargo flexibility.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.8 L/100km
Kia Sportage SX
Car B
Kia Sportage SX
The Kia Sportage SX targets growing families who want dependable, practical transport with generous cargo space and five-seat flexibility. Its petrol power is brisk and efficient for its class, but it’s not aimed at luxury or enthusiast buyers.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety245 hp
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 62 / 87
City 51 / 47
Budget / value 51 / 63
Road trip 52 / 63
Performance 27 / 30
Cargo 33 / 65
Practical 43 / 64
Premium 45 / 27
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d · Orange = Kia Sportage SX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d Kia Sportage SX
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.8 L/100 km, keeping fuel use low on long drives.
  • Strong safety standing in its class.
  • Balanced performance (0–100 km/h in 8.0 s, 150 hp, 300 Nm) for everyday driving.
  • Five seats and a 460 L trunk support family duty and weekend trips.

Kia Sportage SX

  • Large 1016 L cargo area fits strollers, sports gear, and luggage
  • Strong everyday pace (0-100 km/h in 8.0 s; 245 hp/353 Nm)
  • Seats five with a practical layout for family duties
  • Ranked for reliability and safety focus

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d uses 4.8 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Kia Sportage SX if…
More power
Kia Sportage SX puts out 245 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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