2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. 2019 BMW 2-Series

The luxury coupe segment is only gaining more ground, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA and 2019 BMW 2-Series are among the vehicles leading the charge. So, how do they stack up against one another? The 2019 BMW 2-Series has a starting MSRP of $35,300, a 248-hp 2.0L turbo 4-cyllinder engine, 258 lb-ft of torque, and a 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway rating.

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA offers a starting MSRP of $33,100, a 208-hp 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine, 258 lb-ft of torque, and a 24 mpg city/37 mpg highway rating. Dive deeper into these two coupes’ similarities and differences using our helpful Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 2-Series comparison! Then view our 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA special lease offers.

Basics

Price: The 2019 CLA 250 has a starting MSRP of $33,100, making it a less expensive option for Irvine car shoppers than the 2019 BMW 2-Series ($35,100 starting MSRP).

Performance: Both coupes come with a 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine. The BMW 2-Series delivers more horsepower (248 hp), but both generate 258 lb-ft of torque.

Efficiency: The CLA and 2-Series are adept city navigators with 24 mpg city ratings, but the CLA is a true highway cruiser, netting two miles per gallon more on the highway.

Seating Capacity: The 2-Series seats four, while the CLA offers room for an additional rear-seat passenger.

Premium Features

As luxury coupes, the new Mercedes-Benz CLA and BMW 2-Series come equipped with features like a central display, a rearview camera, and sporty cabin stylings. Still, the CLA Coupe outdoes itself—and the BMW 2-Series—with exclusive features Laguna Beach drivers wouldn’t expect from a vehicle with its price-tag, including front power memory seats, AM/FM radio with 8 speakers, Front Airbag Deactivation via Child Seat Detection System, and an optional compass.