2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 vs Mercedes-Benz C 300 Comparison

2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 vs 2017 Mercedes-Benz C 300

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Mercedes-Benz is one of the earliest and most prestigious brands in the world. The company's continued success and market dominance are facilitated by its ability to produce reliable high-performance vehicles among other reasons.

2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 and 2017 Mercedes-Benz C 300 are two of Mercedes-Benz most popular cars and for a good reason. They are well-balanced machines with world class tech features and attractive appearances. Most consumers have a problem choosing between these two because they are similar in several ways. However, some differences might assist you in the choice of the one best suited for you.

Performance: Which Is Faster?

Trust Mercedes-Benz engineers to take every opportunity to flaunt their superior intuition and creativity. Both vehicles offer typical Mercedes-Benz class-topping power, performances, and fuel efficiency. The 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 features a versatile turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes a respectable 208 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. A seven-speed, dual clutch automatic transmission drives the front wheels, whereas a 4MATIC® all-wheel drive is optional. EPA fuel estimates rate it at 24 city / 36 highway with front-wheel drive*. In Edmunds testing, a CLA 250 rushed from zero to 60 mph in an impressive 6.4 seconds.

Under the latest Mercedes-Benz C 300 hood is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four cylinder engine that delivers 241 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. A seven-speed automatic transmission propels the rear wheels and the 4MATIC® option upgrades the drivetrain to all-wheel drive. It is estimated that the RWD C 300 makes a dash at 60 mph in 6.3 seconds and consumes 23 city / 30 highway*. The 4MATIC® makes 23 city / 29 highway*.

Appearance: Size Difference

Both vehicles are typically Mercedes-Benz, and their most notable difference is size, the CLA 250 being the smaller of the two. The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is a compact four-door sedan that holds a maximum of five people, plus the driver. Mercedes-Benz markets it as a coupe because of its roof shape, and it comes standard with 17-inch wheels. The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 receives a midlife freshening for 2017. The front and rear styling are a little different, though the changes are more pronounced with the optional AMG® Sports package.

The four-passenger 2017 Mercedes-Benz C 300 comes in a Sedan or Coupe. The Coupe is available in Cabriolet or Hardtop and offered standard with a panoramic sunroof and 18-inch alloy wheels. It is known for its attractive styling, a lust-worthy interior, and cosseting comfort. Expectedly, both vehicles' cabins are sleek and stylish. They both make use of high-quality materials and feature renowned Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship.

Safety

Both models are available standard with front and rear side curtain airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control, a rearview camera, and a driver knee airbag. A drowsy driver monitor and frontal collision warnings and mitigation are also standard components. Optional on both the CLA 250 and the C 300 are a blind-spot monitor, adaptive headlights, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, and rear-end collision warnings with automatic braking. Additionally, the Mercedes-Benz mbrace2™ Emergency communications system provides for a speedy automatic collision notification, remote door unlocking, an emergency call button, and a stolen vehicle recovery system.