CLA 250 4MATIC vs CT5

Mercedes-Benz · Cadillac

1/4 Mile winner

CT5

Beats the CLA 250 4MATIC by 0.09s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the CT5 beats the CLA 250 4MATIC by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the CT5 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

221 hp

237 hp

0–100 km/h

6.7s

6.6s

Top speed

240 km/h

Engine

2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gasoline

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

350 Nm

Price

$45,000

$38,195

Simulated race times

Distance

CLA 250 4MATIC

CT5

100 m

6.650s

6.605s

1/8 mile

9.791s

9.727s

1/4 mile

14.629s

14.540s

1 km

25.881s

25.750s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: CT5 is $38,195 vs $45,000 for the CLA 250 4MATIC — a $6,805 gap. Power: CT5 makes 16 hp more (221 vs 237). 0–100 km/h: CT5 is 0.10s quicker (6.7s vs 6.6s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the CLA 250 4MATIC or the CT5?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the CT5 is faster, beating the CLA 250 4MATIC by 0.09 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the CLA 250 4MATIC vs the CT5?

The CLA 250 4MATIC hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the CT5 does it in 6.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The CLA 250 4MATIC produces 221 hp; the CT5 produces 237 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The CLA 250 4MATIC tops out at 240 km/h, and the CT5 reaches 240 km/h.

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