2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 vs. 2024 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius

2024 Toyota
Prius

MSRP*: $27,950 to $36,365
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 49 - 57 MPG
MPG - Hwy 35 - 36 MPG 50 - 56 MPG
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)
  • 194-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 221 hp 194 - 196 hp
Exterior Length 184.6 in 181.1 in
Exterior Width 72.0 in 70.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.9 in
Front 43.2 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 35.7 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 36.4 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 Toyota Prius than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250, drivers may find the Toyota Prius a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

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 Toyota Prius, 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 Toyota Prius, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is much wider than the Toyota Prius, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Prius.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has about the same turning radius as the Toyota Prius, 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 Toyota Prius.

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 Toyota Prius.

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 Toyota Prius.