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Benz CLA 45 AMG vs Benz GLA 45

Mercedes-Benz · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
Benz CLA 45 AMG
Beats the Benz GLA 45 by 0.22s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Benz CLA 45 AMG beats the Benz GLA 45 comfortably, finishing 0.22 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Benz CLA 45 AMG thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
382 hp
382 hp
0–100 km/h
4.1s
4.3s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
500 Nm
500 Nm
Price
$53,000
$48,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Benz CLA 45 AMG
Benz GLA 45
100 m
5.340s
5.454s
1/8 mile
7.934s
8.094s
1/4 mile
12.020s
12.240s
1 km
21.902s
22.217s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Benz GLA 45 is $48,000 vs $53,000 for the Benz CLA 45 AMG — a $5,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Benz CLA 45 AMG is 0.20s quicker (4.1s vs 4.3s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Benz CLA 45 AMG or the Benz GLA 45?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Benz CLA 45 AMG is faster, beating the Benz GLA 45 by 0.22 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Benz CLA 45 AMG vs the Benz GLA 45?

The Benz CLA 45 AMG hits 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, while the Benz GLA 45 does it in 4.3 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Benz CLA 45 AMG produces 382 hp; the Benz GLA 45 produces 382 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Benz CLA 45 AMG tops out at 250 km/h, and the Benz GLA 45 reaches 250 km/h.

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