Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 4.9 s Runner-up: 5.6 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 769 km Runner-up: 59 km
Power winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 354 hp Runner-up: 292 hp
Cargo winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 405 L Runner-up: 375 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology against the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a plug-in hybrid 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 5.6 seconds for 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed output at 354 hp; 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive is rated at 292 hp, a difference of 62 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology at 515 Nm and 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive at 420 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

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology carries the longer listed range at 769 km, against 59 km for 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 405 litres versus 375 litres, a difference of 30 litres. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is 10 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 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s5.6 s
Top Speed210 km/h230 km/h
Power354 hp292 hp
Torque515 Nm420 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range769 km59 km
Battery85 kWh12 kWh
Fuel Tank40 L
Efficiency12.5 kWh/100km1.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km36 g/km
DC Charging320 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,723 mm4,713 mm
Ground Clearance136 mm
Cargo405 L375 L
Curb Weight2,135 kg1,790 kg
Towing1,800 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$48,900

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 5.6 seconds for 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive has the higher listed top speed at 230 km/h (143 mph), compared with 210 km/h (130 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has more power at 354 hp, a 62 hp advantage over 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive.

Which has more range, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the longer listed range at 769 km (478 miles), versus 59 km (37 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the larger listed battery at 85.0 kWh, compared with 12.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has more listed cargo space at 405 litres (14.3 cu ft), versus 375 litres (13.2 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is heavier at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb), while 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive is listed at 1,790 kg (3,946 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive?

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.