Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
Suv · Diesel
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 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 GLA 200d
Car B
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d prioritizes efficiency and everyday practicality, with 4.5 L/100 km consumption and space for a small family. It suits city use and longer trips, but isn’t aimed at performance or cargo-heavy duties.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.5 L/100km
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Usage fit

Family 62 / 62
City 51 / 52
Budget / value 51 / 50
Road trip 52 / 51
Performance 27 / 27
Cargo 33 / 32
Practical 43 / 43
Premium 45 / 45
Winter 36 / 36

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d Mercedes-Benz GLA 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.

Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.5 L/100 km
  • Five seats and a 435 L boot cover typical family-compact needs
  • Balanced performance (150 hp, 0-100 km/h in 8.7 s) for daily driving
  • Good value in its segment around 37,000 if efficiency is a priority

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d if…
Performance & capability
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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