Polo GTI vs CLA 250 4MATIC
Volkswagen · Mercedes-Benz
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
204 hp
221 hp
0–100 km/h
6.7s
6.7s
Top speed
238 km/h
240 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
350 Nm
Price
$28,000
$45,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Polo GTI
CLA 250 4MATIC
100 m
6.647s
6.650s
1/8 mile
9.790s
9.791s
1/4 mile
14.636s
14.629s
1 km
25.927s
25.881s
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 (204 vs 221).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polo GTI or the CLA 250 4MATIC?
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 Polo GTI vs the CLA 250 4MATIC?
The Polo GTI hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the CLA 250 4MATIC does it in 6.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polo GTI produces 204 hp; the CLA 250 4MATIC produces 221 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polo GTI tops out at 238 km/h, and the CLA 250 4MATIC reaches 240 km/h.
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