2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250

2024 Mercedes-Benz
CLA 250

MSRP*: $43,200 to $45,200
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Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage

2024 Mitsubishi
Mirage

MSRP*: $16,695 to $18,895
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 35 - 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)
  • 78-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 78 hp
Exterior Length 184.6 in 151.4 in
Exterior Width 72.0 in 65.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in
Front 39.0 in
Rear 37.2 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mitsubishi Mirage than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 and the Mitsubishi Mirage in the front seats.

Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Mirage, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Mitsubishi Mirage, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is much wider than the Mitsubishi Mirage, 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 Mitsubishi Mirage.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Mirage, making it much more difficult to 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 Mitsubishi Mirage. 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 Mitsubishi Mirage.

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 Mitsubishi Mirage.