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Mercedes-Benz SLC 180
Coupe · Electric · FWD
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
Coupe · Diesel
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180
Car A
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180
The Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 EV focuses on city driving with brisk acceleration, usable range, and five-seat practicality. It’s good value in its segment, though winter and cargo-heavy needs aren’t its strengths.
5 seatsCoupeElectric4-star safety150 hpElectric
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 safety
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssecondary usage matchsimilar price

Usage fit

Family 35 / 41
City 61 / 48
Budget / value 54 / 52
Road trip 42 / 42
Performance 28 / 34
Cargo 25 / 23
Practical 28 / 26
Premium 42 / 44
Winter 22 / 26

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

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 Mercedes-Benz CLA 180d
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz SLC 180

  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6 s makes urban merging and overtakes easy.
  • Up to 400 km range from a 50 kWh battery suggests efficiency for its class.
  • Five seats and a 450 L trunk cover most daily and weekend needs.
  • At about 35,000 it offers good value in its segment for an electric Mercedes.

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 SLC 180 if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Mercedes-Benz SLC 180 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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