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Mercedes-Benz A 220d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
Coupe · Diesel
Mercedes-Benz A 220d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 220d
The Mercedes-Benz A 220d blends strong diesel efficiency with usable pace, suiting city driving and small-family duties. It offers good value in its segment if you prioritize low fuel consumption over cargo capacity or all-weather traction.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety150 hp
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
Car B
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d emphasizes low running costs and everyday ease, pairing 3.9 l/100km consumption with usable performance. It suits city driving and long-distance days alike, though outright cargo capacity and punch are modest.
5 seatsCoupeDiesel5-star safety3.9 L/100km
Why compared different body typesame brandsame powertrainsame seatsdifferent segmentsimilar price

Usage fit

Family 51 / 41
City 54 / 48
Budget / value 51 / 52
Road trip 49 / 42
Performance 31 / 34
Cargo 23 / 23
Practical 33 / 26
Premium 45 / 44
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 220d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 220d Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 220d

  • Low fuel consumption (4.8 L/100 km) helps keep running costs in check
  • 7.8 s 0–100 km/h and 320 Nm deliver confident merges and overtakes
  • Five seats and a 420 L trunk cover most compact-family needs
  • Good value in its segment given the efficiency and performance mix

Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

  • Excellent fuel economy (3.9 l/100km) keeps running costs low
  • Balanced daily performance with 0–100 km/h in 8.2 s and 260 Nm
  • Good value in its segment at a price point around 35,000
  • Strong safety standing in its class per rankings

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 220d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz A 220d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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