Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro vs Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 4.9 s Runner-up: 6.8 s
Power winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 354 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro 495 L Runner-up: 405 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro against the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.9 seconds, compared with 6.8 seconds for 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed output at 354 hp; 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 150 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology at 515 Nm and 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro at 340 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 495 litres versus 405 litres, a difference of 90 litres. 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro is 38 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.8 s4.9 s
Top Speed240 km/h210 km/h
Power204 hp354 hp
Torque340 Nm515 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range769 km
Battery85 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L
Efficiency7 L/100km12.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions160 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging320 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,761 mm4,723 mm
Ground Clearance135 mm
Cargo495 L405 L
Curb Weight1,620 kg2,135 kg
Towing1,800 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$43,500

Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro vs Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 6.8 seconds for 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 210 km/h (130 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has more power at 354 hp, a 150 hp advantage over 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro has more listed cargo space at 495 litres (17.5 cu ft), versus 405 litres (14.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is heavier at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb), while 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro is listed at 1,620 kg (3,571 lb).

Which is better, the 2025 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI quattro or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.