BMW 330i vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+
Overview
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 330i | CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 2-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,500 (best) | $47,950 |
| Lowest listing price | $40,144 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $57,437 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $60,272 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 3 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 109 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 317 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 85 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 8.8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 268 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 247 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.9 cu ft (best) | 11.7 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,644 lbs (best) | 4,530 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 109.8 in |
| Length | 185.9 in | 185.9 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 330i330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+CLA 250+ ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | BMW 330i | Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330i $47,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLA 250+ ELECTRIC $47,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Live inventory
BMW 330i vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW 330i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW 330i vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 BMW 330i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW 330i starts lower at $47,500. Live BMW 330i listings start at $40,144.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW 330i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
- The 2026 BMW 330i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW 330i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
- The 2026 BMW 330i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 BMW 330i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (317).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW 330i or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).