Acura ILX vs Mercedes-Benz CLA250
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
Overview
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | CLA 250 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2022 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,300 (best) | $42,750 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 13.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 221 hp (best) |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft (best) | 11.6 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,095 lbs (best) | 3,494 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 107.4 in (best) |
| Length | 182.2 in | 184.6 in (best) |
| Width | 70.6 in | 72 in (best) |
| Height | 55.6 in | 56.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Mercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura ILX | Mercedes-Benz CLA250 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLA 250 $42,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $29,300 MSRP | CLA 250 4MATIC $44,750 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $31,300 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Base $33,200 MSRP | — |