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Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220
A well-rounded compact for families who want efficient petrol running and brisk everyday pace at good value in its segment. Efficiency and safety strengths balance a modest cargo area and a focus on everyday use rather than track performance.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid
Car B
Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid
The Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid blends five-seat practicality and a huge 810 L boot with standout efficiency and ample power, making it a strong fit for growing families and road trips. Its short 30 km electric range and higher price make it less compelling for city-focused or budget-led buyers.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety3 L/100km380 hpHybrid
Why compared same body typesame ranking profilesame seatsstrong ranking match

Usage fit

Family 69 / 83
City 48 / 37
Budget / value 63 / 53
Road trip 50 / 76
Performance 26 / 34
Cargo 30 / 53
Practical 51 / 66
Premium 46 / 44
Winter 36 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 · Orange = Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLA 220

  • Efficient for its class at 6.5 L/100 km, easing commuting costs
  • Quick 0–100 km/h in 6.0 s for confident merging and passing
  • Seats 5 with a usable 400-liter trunk for daily family needs
  • Priced at 35,800, offering good value in its segment

Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid

  • Excellent efficiency for its class (rated 3 combined).
  • Expansive 810 L cargo area supports family life and road trips.
  • Strong safety standing in segment (ranking signal).
  • 380 hp, 500 Nm and 5.9 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 if…
Lower entry price
Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid if…
More power
Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid puts out 380 hp vs 190 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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