Beetle vs CLA 250
Volkswagen · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
CLA 250
Beats the Beetle by 0.11s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the CLA 250 beats the Beetle comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the CLA 250 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
158 hp
188 hp
0–100 km/h
7s
6.9s
Top speed
205 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
I4 Turbo Hybrid
Fuel
Petrol
Hybrid
Torque
240 Nm
335 Nm
Price
$20,000
$50,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Beetle
CLA 250
100 m
6.708s
6.678s
1/8 mile
9.950s
9.895s
1/4 mile
15.036s
14.928s
1 km
27.250s
26.961s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Beetle is $20,000 vs $50,000 for the CLA 250 — a $30,000 gap. Power: CLA 250 makes 30 hp more (158 vs 188). Top speed: CLA 250 runs to 210 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Beetle.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Beetle or the CLA 250?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the CLA 250 is faster, beating the Beetle by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Beetle vs the CLA 250?
The Beetle hits 100 km/h in 7 seconds, while the CLA 250 does it in 6.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Beetle produces 158 hp; the CLA 250 produces 188 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Beetle tops out at 205 km/h, and the CLA 250 reaches 210 km/h.
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