CLA 250 4MATIC vs Polo GTI

Mercedes-Benz · Volkswagen

1/4 Mile winner

CLA 250 4MATIC

Beats the Polo GTI by 0.01s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the CLA 250 4MATIC beats the Polo GTI by a hair, finishing 0.01 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the CLA 250 4MATIC thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

221 hp

204 hp

0–100 km/h

6.7s

Top speed

240 km/h

238 km/h

Engine

2.0L Turbo I4

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

350 Nm

320 Nm

Price

$45,000

$28,000

Simulated race times

Distance

CLA 250 4MATIC

Polo GTI

100 m

6.650s

6.647s

1/8 mile

9.791s

9.790s

1/4 mile

14.629s

14.636s

1 km

25.881s

25.927s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Polo GTI is $28,000 vs $45,000 for the CLA 250 4MATIC — a $17,000 gap. Power: CLA 250 4MATIC makes 17 hp more (221 vs 204).

FAQ

Which is faster, the CLA 250 4MATIC or the Polo GTI?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the CLA 250 4MATIC is faster, beating the Polo GTI by 0.01 seconds.

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

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

How much horsepower does each car have?

The CLA 250 4MATIC produces 221 hp; the Polo GTI produces 204 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The CLA 250 4MATIC tops out at 240 km/h, and the Polo GTI reaches 238 km/h.

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