Audi S3 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Audi S3S3 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMGAMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S3 Sedan | AMG CLA 35 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S3S3 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMGAMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,000 (best) | $56,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S3S3 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMGAMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal (best) | 13.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S3S3 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMGAMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp (best) | 302 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S3S3 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMGAMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 8.3 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 860 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,549 lbs (best) | 3,703 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 107.4 in (best) |
| Length | 177.4 in | 184.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.1 in (best) |
| Height | 55.7 in (best) | 55.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S3S3 Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMGAMG CLA 35 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| 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 | Audi S3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA35 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S3 Sedan $52,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG CLA 35 $56,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |