Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs Mercedes-Benz CLA
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MSRP$33,650 | MSRP$37,850 |
Listings100 | Listings373 |
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Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Mercedes-AMG A 35 4Matic sedan is a compact four-door with all-wheel drive (AWD), joined in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class lineup by the front-wheel-drive (FWD) A 220 sedan and AWD A 220 4Matic sedan. As the performance version of the A-Class, the A 35 packs a more potent engine, a sport suspension, the latest technology, and tons of standard features, along with a Mercedes-estimated 0-60-mph time of 4.6 seconds—2.5 seconds quicker than the other A-Class models. New for the 2020 model year, the A 35 continues into 2021 with incremental upgrades. | |
Reviews SummaryThe entry-level luxury car market has come a long way in the past decade. When upscale automakers first went downmarket, they tended to miss the mark and fail to reach the level of quality that buyers associate with their badges. But they have often come around and finally started producing compact cars with legitimate luxury credentials. One such comeback story is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. When the CLA was first introduced as a 2014 model, it did not live up to the Mercedez-Benz reputation for luxury. It was underpowered, had a harsh ride, and had a low-grade interior. That all changed with the arrival of its replacement for the 2020 model year. The coupe-like sedan was a significant improvement and it carries over to the 2021 model year. The current CLA has sharp styling, energetic performance, and a high-class interior that’s outfitted with an advanced user interface. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 188 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower188 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway35 |
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Engine Name2.0L 188 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Torque221 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower188 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
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MPG City25 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
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Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space8.6 cu ft | Cargo Space11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3285 lbs | Curb Weight3362 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.3 in |
Length179.1 in | Length184.6 in |
Width78.4 in | Width78.7 in |
Wheelbase107.4 in | Wheelbase107.4 in |
Maximum Payload1102 lbs | Maximum Payload1102 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,650 | $37,850 |
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Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2021 Mercedes-AMG A 35 4Matic sedan is a compact four-door with all-wheel drive (AWD), joined in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class lineup by the front-wheel-drive (FWD) A 220 sedan and AWD A 220 4Matic sedan. As the performance version of the A-Class, the A 35 packs a more potent engine, a sport suspension, the latest technology, and tons of standard features, along with a Mercedes-estimated 0-60-mph time of 4.6 seconds—2.5 seconds quicker than the other A-Class models. New for the 2020 model year, the A 35 continues into 2021 with incremental upgrades. | The entry-level luxury car market has come a long way in the past decade. When upscale automakers first went downmarket, they tended to miss the mark and fail to reach the level of quality that buyers associate with their badges. But they have often come around and finally started producing compact cars with legitimate luxury credentials. One such comeback story is the 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. When the CLA was first introduced as a 2014 model, it did not live up to the Mercedez-Benz reputation for luxury. It was underpowered, had a harsh ride, and had a low-grade interior. That all changed with the arrival of its replacement for the 2020 model year. The coupe-like sedan was a significant improvement and it carries over to the 2021 model year. The current CLA has sharp styling, energetic performance, and a high-class interior that’s outfitted with an advanced user interface. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 188 hp I4 | 2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 5800 rpm | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 188 hp I4 | 2.0L 221 hp I4 |
Torque | 221 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 5800 rpm | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 8.6 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3285 lbs | 3362 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.3 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 184.6 in |
Width | 78.4 in | 78.7 in |
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 107.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1102 lbs | 1102 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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