2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 24 MPG | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 34 MPG | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 241 hp |
| Exterior Length | 191.0 in | 168.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.3 in | 70.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.1 in
Rear 34.2 in |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.0 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Golf GTI than the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.
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 CLE 300 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is much wider than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 is somewhat more powerful than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Utility
The Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 has less seating than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making the Volkswagen Golf GTI the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.