2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA vs 2017 BMW 3 Series

Finding a compact luxury sedan to fit your exact driving needs can be difficult. There are many options to choose from and it can get overwhelming. It can help to simply compare similar models side-by-side to get a better idea of what vehicles have the fight features for you. Today we're going to do just that with the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 and 2017 BMW 3 Series 320i.

The first major difference between these two vehicles is their performance capabilities. The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter I4 engine that provides 208 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. It also comes standard with full-time 4-wheel drive to give you maximum control when you need it most. The BMW 3 series on the other hand, also comes with a 2.0-liter I4 engine, but it is only able to provide 180 horsepower and 200 lb.-ft. of torque plus it doesn't have full-time 4-wheel drive.