Mercedes-Benz A 160d
Sedan · Diesel · FWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
Coupe · Diesel
Mercedes-Benz A 160d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz A 160d
The Mercedes-Benz A 160d suits city driving and small-family duties with efficient diesel economy and usable space. It prioritizes frugal running and good value in its segment over outright speed and all-weather traction.
5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safety
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 50 / 41
City 55 / 48
Budget / value 50 / 52
Road trip 48 / 42
Performance 27 / 34
Cargo 22 / 23
Practical 33 / 26
Premium 44 / 44
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz A 160d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz A 160d Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz A 160d

  • Efficient for its class, keeping fuel use low for commuting
  • Practical for a small family with 5 seats and a 395 L trunk
  • Easy urban drivability from FWD and 260 Nm of torque
  • Good value in its segment around the listed price

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 160d if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz A 160d 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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