2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 vs. 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Review

Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250

2025 Mercedes-Benz
CLA 250

MSRP*: $44,400 to $46,400
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Picture of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

2025 Mercedes-Benz
GLE 450

MSRP*: $76,400
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MPG - City 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 221-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 184.6 in 194.6 in
Exterior Width 72.0 in 79.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450.