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Benz A-Class A 45 S vs Benz CLA 45 AMG

Mercedes-Benz · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
Benz A-Class A 45 S
Beats the Benz CLA 45 AMG by 0.23s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Benz A-Class A 45 S beats the Benz CLA 45 AMG comfortably, finishing 0.23 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Benz A-Class A 45 S thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
416 hp
382 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9s
4.1s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
500 Nm
500 Nm
Price
$53,000
$53,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Benz A-Class A 45 S
Benz CLA 45 AMG
100 m
5.222s
5.340s
1/8 mile
7.770s
7.934s
1/4 mile
11.795s
12.020s
1 km
21.583s
21.902s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Benz CLA 45 AMG is $53,000 vs $53,000 for the Benz A-Class A 45 S — a $0 gap. Power: Benz A-Class A 45 S makes 34 hp more (416 vs 382). 0–100 km/h: Benz A-Class A 45 S is 0.20s quicker (3.9s vs 4.1s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Benz A-Class A 45 S or the Benz CLA 45 AMG?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Benz A-Class A 45 S is faster, beating the Benz CLA 45 AMG by 0.23 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Benz A-Class A 45 S vs the Benz CLA 45 AMG?

The Benz A-Class A 45 S hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the Benz CLA 45 AMG does it in 4.1 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Benz A-Class A 45 S produces 416 hp; the Benz CLA 45 AMG produces 382 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Benz A-Class A 45 S tops out at 250 km/h, and the Benz CLA 45 AMG reaches 250 km/h.

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