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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Audi A4 Comparison

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CLA-Class vs A4 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsCLA-ClassA4
Price36.98 L46.88 L
PowerN/A1984 CC
ClassSedanSedan
MileageN/A18 KM/L
CLA-Class
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
36.98 L
A4
Audi A4
*Ex-Showroom Price
46.88 L
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CLA 200 CDI Style
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
CLA 200 CDI Style
36.98 L
40 TFSI Premium
Audi A4
40 TFSI Premium
46.88 L

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
6.4
Value For Money7.207.50
Significance7.207.50
Styling9.507.00
Comfort7.007.50
Safety7.508.00
Environment7.50-
Merit Or Usp7.507.25

Specifications

Engine Type4-Cylinder In-Line Diesel Engine With Common Rail Direct InjectionInline 4-Cylinder Engine
Displacement (CC)2143 CC1984 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power136 bhp @ 3600-4400 rpm188 bhp @ 4200-6000 rpm
Torque300 Nm @ 1600-3000 rpm320 Nm @ 1450-4200 rpm
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.87.3
No. of gears77
Drive TrainFWDFWD
Length4630 mm4762 mm
Width1777 mm1847 mm
Height1432 mm1433 mm
Wheelbase2699 mm2819 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight1570 KG1555 KG
Boot Space470 L460 L
No. of Doors44
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity56.054.0
Mileage ARAI17.90 KM/L17.84 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A15.50 KM/L
Mileage - Highway17.00 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut5-link Front Suspension; Tubular Anti-roll Bar
Rear SuspensionFour-link 5-link Rear Suspension; Tubular Anti-roll Bar
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectro-Mechanical Steering
Steering Adjustability11
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAluminium Alloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless,Radial
Front Tyre Size205/55 R16225/50 R17 94Y
Rear Tyre Size205/55 R16225/50 R17 94Y

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic climate ControlAutomatic
Front ACNASingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA No
Hands-Free TailgateNA No
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric TailgateNA No
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA No
Remote control key without SAFELOCK No Yes
Cruise control system with speed limiter No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNA8-way Electric
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNA8-way Electric
Seat UpholsteryNALeatherette
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA40:20:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAAdjustable
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA Yes
Hill Hold ControlNA Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA No
Lane AssistNA No
Forward Collision WarningNA No
Auto Emergency BrakingNA No
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA Yes
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNA Yes
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNARear View Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
Auto Hold assist No Yes
Exterior mirrors power-adjustable No Yes
Exterior mirrors,heated and folding No Yes
Exterior mirrors, auto-dimming on both sides No Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeBi-xenonLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNA Yes
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA No
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cabin LampsNA Yes
SunroofNA Yes
Roof RailsNA No
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNAElectric
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA No
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNADigital
Trip MeterNA Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNA Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNA Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA10.1 inch
Audio SystemNAAudi Sound System
Speakers Yes10
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto, Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA No
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA No
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA No
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA No
GeofencingNA No
Digital KeyNA No
AI Voice AssistanceNA Yes
Auto Park AssistNA No
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 1
SOS ButtonNA Yes
Type Battery WarrantyNA2 Years
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA2 Years / Unlimited km

Pros Cons of Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

Pros

  • Big on driving dynamics
  • Smooth gearbox
  • Oozes style

Cons

  • Rear seat space is less
  • Ground clearance could have been better

Verdict

It is a beautiful car and it has all those features you expect from a Mercedes. The car is also not very pricy compared to its class and comfort. It looks graceful and feels safe and comfy while driving or just riding.

Pros Cons of Audi A4

Pros

  • Punchy and refined 2.0-litre petrol engine
  • Excellent interior fit and finish
  • Supple ride quality over bad roads
  • Physical buttons for climate control

Cons

  • No diesel engine option available
  • No specific Level 2 ADAS technology
  • The steering feel could be more engaging
  • Base trims miss out on the digital driver display

Verdict

The Audi A4 is a highly competent and charming luxury sedan. It does not try to win you over with overly complicated touchscreens or aggressive styling. Instead, it gets most of the fundamentals right.

The 2.0-litre engine is quick, the gearbox is snappy, and the cabin is a genuinely quiet place to spend time. The physical controls are a breath of fresh air in a market obsessed with digital menus. While the lack of a diesel engine might turn some buyers away, the petrol motor is more than up to the task. It strikes a brilliant balance between everyday comfort and strong performance, and if you want a sensible, well-built, and understated German sedan, the A4 should be right at the top of your list.

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