2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 35 - 36 MPG | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 241 hp |
| Exterior Length | 184.6 in | 168.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 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 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 Volkswagen Golf GTI in the front seats.
Convenience
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, 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 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 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 CLA 250, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Handling
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has about the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Golf GTI, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
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 Volkswagen Golf GTI.