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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Honda City Comparison

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CLA-Class vs City Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsCLA-ClassCity
Price36.98 L12 L
PowerN/A1498 CC
ClassSedanSedan
MileageN/A18 KM/L
CLA-Class
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹36.98 L
City
Honda City
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹12 L
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CLA 200 CDI Style
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
CLA 200 CDI Style
36.98 L
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
Honda City
SV MT Petrol Platinum White Pearl
12 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.0
7.5
Value For Money7.208.00
Significance7.208.00
Styling9.508.25
Comfort7.007.50
Safety7.508.50
Environment7.50-
Merit Or Usp7.508.75

Specifications

Engine Type4-Cylinder In-Line Diesel Engine With Common Rail Direct Injection1.5-litre IVTEC DOHC Engine
Displacement (CC)2143 CC1498 CC
No. of Cylinders44
Power136 bhp @ 3600-4400 rpm119 bhp
Torque300 Nm @ 1600-3000 rpm145 Nm
Top SpeedN/A190
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph9.810.2
No. of gears76
Drive TrainFWDFWD
TurbochargerN/A No
Emissions StandardN/ABS6
Length4630 mm4583 mm
Width1777 mm1748 mm
Height1432 mm1489 mm
Wheelbase2699 mm2600 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm165 mm
Kerb Weight1570 KG1153 KG
Boot Space470 L506 L
No. of Doors44
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity56.040.0
Mileage ARAI17.90 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Mileage - CityN/A14.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway17.00 KM/L18.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionFour-link Torsion Beam With Coil Spring
Front Brake TypeVentilated DiscDisc (Ventilated)
Rear Brake TypeDiscDrum
Steering TypeElectric Power SteeringCollapsible Electric Power Assisted
Steering Adjustability1Tilt And Telescopic
Wheel TypeAlloy Wheels15 X 5.5 J Alloy
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless Radial Ply
Front Tyre Size205/55 R16185/55 R16 83H
Rear Tyre Size205/55 R16185/55 R16 83H
Spare Wheel TypeN/ASteel
Spare Wheel SizeN/A185/55 R16

Features

Air ConditionerAutomatic climate ControlAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control Panel
Front ACNA Yes
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power WindowsNA Yes
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA 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 AdjustmentNAManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Seat UpholsteryNAFabric
Rear Armrest Yes Yes
Front Armrest Yes Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA Yes
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAFront & Rear
Ventilated SeatsNA No
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags Yes Yes
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Parking SensorsNARear
Parking AssistanceNARear Camera
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeBi-xenonProjector
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NA Yes
Turn Indicators on ORVM Yes Yes
Fog LampsNA No
Cabin LampsNA Yes
SunroofNA No
ORVM AdjustmentsNA Yes
Instrument ClusterNA Yes
Trip MeterNA Yes
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
ClockNA Yes
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
TachometerNA Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA Yes
Audio SystemNA Yes
Speakers Yes Yes
TweetersNA No
SubwooferNA No
GPS Navigation Yes Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNA Yes
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
Radio Yes Yes
Autonomous Driving LevelNALevel 2
Type Battery WarrantyNA3 Years
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA3 Years

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 Honda City

Pros

  • The cabin offers ample space
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC petrol engine is refined
  • Ride quality is exceptionally comfortable
  • Standard six airbags and Level 2 ADAS features
     

Cons

  • The feature list lacks some premium additions
  • Rear seat headroom is tight for taller passengers
  • There is no diesel or turbo-petrol engine option
  • The manual transmission can feel jerky at lower speeds

Verdict

The Honda City continues to hold its ground in India's sedan segment well. Owners have often mentioned how it rarely sacrifices everyday practicality, passenger comfort, and long-term reliability, regardless of the generation launched. From our side, we firmly consider this vehicle a reliable car that is intended to provide a relaxed driving experience. Furthermore, the eHEV variant has brought a new age of exceptional fuel economy to the sedan. If you intend to own a dependable, spacious, and family-oriented vehicle, the Honda City remains a highly sensible investment.

Girish’s review summarises this about the sedan,

“The facelift and the enhanced feature list justify the car’s price tag even more. The City has always been like that: a no-nonsense car that gets the job done with very little drama. It still is the same. One can argue whether that is better or not in the current world of make-believe, but there is little doubt it fits into the various Indian scenarios with ease, even more effortlessly now.”

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