2024 Mercedes-Benz
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2025 MINI
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 28 - 29 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 35 - 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 - 201 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 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in |
Front 38.3 in
Rear 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 about the same turning radius as the MINI Hardtop, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is somewhat more powerful than the MINI Hardtop.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 transmits a bit more 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.