Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d vs Mercedes-Benz A 200d — full comparison

Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d

Suv · Diesel

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Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Suv · Diesel

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 safety

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Car B

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

The Mercedes-Benz A 200d is an efficient compact diesel that suits city commutes and small-family use, with enough pace for daily driving. It offers good value in its segment and signals a strong safety emphasis.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4 L/100km

Why compared same body typesame brandsame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 62 / 68

City 51 / 53

Budget / value 51 / 68

Road trip 52 / 49

Performance 27 / 25

Cargo 33 / 27

Practical 43 / 53

Premium 45 / 44

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d Mercedes-Benz A 200d

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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.
Not aimed at performance driving despite respectable figures.
Cargo-heavy tasks may exceed the flexibility of the 460 L luggage area.
Diesel powertrain may not suit buyers who prefer petrol or hybrid feel.
Price targets segment value rather than bargain pricing.

Mercedes-Benz A 200d

Excellent fuel economy (about 4 L/100 km) keeps running costs low
Balanced performance: 150 hp, 320 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8 s feel responsive in daily use
Practical for a compact family car with 5 seats and a 355-liter trunk
Good value in its segment at around 32,000
Not aimed at performance driving despite decent acceleration
355-liter cargo area may feel tight for cargo-heavy routines
Diesel-only powertrain will not suit buyers seeking hybrid or electric options
Price may still stretch shoppers seeking the absolute cheapest compact cars

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d if…

Efficiency & everyday ease

Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 200d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz A 200d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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