Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Suv · Diesel
vs
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d
Suv · Diesel
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz C 250d
The C 250d focuses on efficient, torque-rich diesel motoring with space for five and a usable 480 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. It prioritizes economy and everyday practicality over outright performance or cargo-heavy duties.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.2 L/100km194 hp
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 safety
Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 62
City 50 / 50
Budget / value 45 / 47
Road trip 52 / 52
Performance 29 / 29
Cargo 34 / 33
Practical 44 / 44
Premium 49 / 48
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz C 250d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz C 250d Mercedes-Benz CLA 220d
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz C 250d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.2 L/100 km combined
  • Ranks well for safety within its segment
  • Five seats and a 480 L trunk cover everyday family needs
  • 194 hp and 400 Nm support easy highway merging and overtakes

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 Mercedes-Benz C 250d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz C 250d uses 4.2 L/100km vs 4.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
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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