Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Mercedes-Benz CLA

How does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class stack up against the Mercedes-Benz CLA? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

SpecMercedes-Benz C-ClassMercedes-Benz CLA
Horsepower (max)671 hp302 hp
0-60 mph (fastest)3.2 s5.3 s
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s5.6 s
Top speed174 mph (280 km/h)155 mph (250 km/h)
Body styleCompact executive sedanCompact four-door coupe, electric + ICE
GenerationW206 / MB.EAMMA Electric / C118 ICE
Production2021 – present2025 – present
Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs →Mercedes-Benz CLA specs →