BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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: 6.0 s
Power winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 354 hp Runner-up: 241 hp
Cargo winner BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 430 L Runner-up: 405 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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 6.0 seconds for 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed output at 354 hp; 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe is rated at 241 hp, a difference of 113 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology at 515 Nm and 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe at 400 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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 430 litres versus 405 litres, a difference of 25 litres. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is 187 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.

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Specification BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.0 s4.9 s
Top Speed240 km/h210 km/h
Power241 hp354 hp
Torque400 Nm515 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range769 km
Battery85 kWh
Fuel Tank50 L
Efficiency7.6 L/100km12.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions173 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging320 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,536 mm4,723 mm
Ground Clearance128 mm
Cargo430 L405 L
Curb Weight1,505 kg2,135 kg
Towing1,800 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$39,900

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe vs Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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 6.0 seconds for 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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 113 hp advantage over 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology?

2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe has more listed cargo space at 430 litres (15.2 cu ft), versus 405 litres (14.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe is listed at 1,505 kg (3,318 lb).

Which is better, the 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 228 Gran Coupe 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.