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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs BMW X5 Comparison

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CLA-Class vs X5 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsCLA-ClassX5
Price36.98 L95.4 L
PowerN/A2998 CC
ClassSedanSUV
MileageN/A11 - 13 KM/L
CLA-Class
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
36.98 L
X5
BMW X5
*Ex-Showroom Price
95.4 L
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CLA 200 CDI Style
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
CLA 200 CDI Style
36.98 L
xDrive40i
BMW X5
xDrive40i
95.4 L

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
7.3
Value For Money7.207.50
Significance7.207.50
Styling9.507.50
Comfort7.008.75
Safety7.508.75
Environment7.50-
Merit Or Usp7.508.25

Specifications

Engine Type4-Cylinder In-Line Diesel Engine With Common Rail Direct InjectionTwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder Petrol Engine
Displacement (CC)2143 CC2998 CC
No. of Cylinders46
Power136 bhp @ 3600-4400 rpm376 bhp@ 5200-6250 rpm
Torque300 Nm @ 1600-3000 rpm520 Nm
Top SpeedN/A243
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.85.4
No. of gears78
Drive TrainFWDAWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase-2
Length4630 mm4922 mm
Width1777 mm2004 mm
Height1432 mm1745 mm
Wheelbase2699 mm2975 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm209 mm
Kerb Weight1570 KG2115 KG
Boot Space470 L650 L
No. of Doors45
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity56.085.0
Mileage ARAI17.90 KM/L11.24 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A10.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway17.00 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutDouble Wishbone
Rear SuspensionFour-link Multi-Link Suspension
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDiscDisc
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringElectric Power Steering
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless, Radial
Front Tyre Size205/55 R16265/50 R19
Rear Tyre Size205/55 R16265/50 R19

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic climate Control4-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Front ACNASingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control YesFour Zone Automatic
Paddle Shift Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control YesAdaptive Cruise Control
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA Yes
Hands-Free TailgateNA Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric TailgateNA Yes
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAElectrically Adjustable
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAElectrically Adjustable
Seat UpholsteryNAVernasca Leather
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA40:20:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAFront & Rear Adjustable
Ventilated SeatsNA Yes
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 Yes
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 Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA Yes
Lane AssistNA Yes
Forward Collision WarningNA Yes
Auto Emergency BrakingNA Yes
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA Yes
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNAFront & Rear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNAParking Assistant Plus
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeBi-xenonAdaptive LED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNALED
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA Yes
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin LampsNALED
SunroofNAPanoramic Glass Sunroof
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA Yes
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA Yes
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNAElectric
Rear SpoilerNA Yes
Skid PlatesNA Yes
Side StepsNA Yes
Instrument ClusterNAFully Digital
Trip MeterNADigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNADigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNADigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA14.9 inch
Audio SystemNAHarman Kardon
Speakers Yes16
TweetersNA Yes
SubwooferNA Yes
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAWireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA Yes
GeofencingNA Yes
Digital KeyNA Yes
AI Voice AssistanceNABMW Intelligent Assistant
Auto Park AssistNA Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 2
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 BMW X5

Pros

  • Brilliantly sorted chassis
  • Punchy 3.0-litre inline-six engines
  • A split tailgate that makes loading heavy items simple

Cons

  • Overall, high maintenance costs
  • Top-spec trims get extremely expensive
  • The overreliance on touchscreen controls

Verdict

The BMW X5 remains one of the most thoroughly engineered luxury SUVs currently on the market. It manages to walk a very fine line between providing genuine family practicality and surprisingly sharp driving dynamics. The cabin is an incredibly comfortable place to spend time in, backed up by high-quality touchpoints and fantastic noise insulation.

While the heavy shift towards digital screens might alienate buyers who prefer physical dials, the tech works reliably once you get used to the menu layout. The engines offer superb grunt, whether you choose the frugal diesel or the rev-happy petrol. It doesn't quite have the outright interior space of a Mercedes-Benz GLE, nor the third-row practicality of an Audi Q7, but the X5 feels more engaging from the driver's seat. If you want a luxury family driver that actually rewards you when you push it hard, this is the one that deserves your money.

As Siddharth sums up the vehicle,

“Whether you are navigating congested city streets with its array of sensors or devouring highway miles, the X5 provides absolute peace of mind for both the driver and their family.”

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