AMG CLA 35 vs SQ3
Mercedes-Benz · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
AMG CLA 35
Beats the SQ3 by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the AMG CLA 35 beats the SQ3 comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the AMG CLA 35 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
302 hp
296 hp
0–100 km/h
4.8s
4.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$55,000
$52,000
Simulated race times
Distance
AMG CLA 35
SQ3
100 m
5.730s
5.783s
1/8 mile
8.480s
8.555s
1/4 mile
12.772s
12.875s
1 km
22.982s
23.132s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: SQ3 is $52,000 vs $55,000 for the AMG CLA 35 — a $3,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: AMG CLA 35 is 0.10s quicker (4.8s vs 4.9s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the AMG CLA 35 or the SQ3?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the AMG CLA 35 is faster, beating the SQ3 by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the AMG CLA 35 vs the SQ3?
The AMG CLA 35 hits 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, while the SQ3 does it in 4.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The AMG CLA 35 produces 302 hp; the SQ3 produces 296 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The AMG CLA 35 tops out at 250 km/h, and the SQ3 reaches 250 km/h.
Discussion (0)
Loading…