2025 Mercedes-Benz
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2025 MINI
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| MPG - City | 26 MPG | 28 - 29 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 36 MPG | 38 - 39 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 4 - 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 161 - 228 hp |
| Exterior Length | 184.6 in | 152.6 - 158.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.0 in | 68.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.8 - 32.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in |
Front 38.3 - 38.6 in
Rear 36.2 - 36.3 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.
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 MINI Hardtop.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 and the MINI Hardtop in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 as you will with the MINI Hardtop, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
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). The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the MINI Hardtop, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is much wider than the MINI Hardtop, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the MINI Hardtop.
Handling
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has a smaller turning radius than the MINI Hardtop, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has a much more powerful engine than the MINI Hardtop. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the MINI Hardtop.
Utility
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 offers greater seating capacity than the MINI Hardtop, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.