BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350
Overview
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe430i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 430i xDrive | CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 2-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe430i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $53,200 | $50,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe430i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 118 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 312 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 85 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 8.8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe430i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 349 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 380 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe430i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 45.6 cu ft (best) | 11.7 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,019 lbs (best) | 4,530 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in (best) | 109.8 in |
| Length | 188.5 in (best) | 185.9 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe430i xDrive | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350CLA 350 4MATIC 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 430i xDrive Gran Coupe | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430i xDrive $53,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | CLA 350 4MATIC ELECTRIC $50,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe vs Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 starts lower at $50,500.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (50,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350?
- The 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (312).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe or 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350?
- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 leads on horsepower in this comparison (349).