BMW ActiveHybrid 3 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG
Overview
| Spec | BMW ActiveHybrid 3ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMGAMG CLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ActiveHybrid 3 | AMG CLA 45 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2015 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW ActiveHybrid 3ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMGAMG CLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50,150 (best) | $57,800 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW ActiveHybrid 3ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMGAMG CLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15 gal (best) | 13.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW ActiveHybrid 3ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMGAMG CLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 382 hp (best) |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft | 354 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW ActiveHybrid 3ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMGAMG CLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 900 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,825 lbs | 3,660 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 3.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in (best) | 107.4 in |
| Length | 182.2 in | 184.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.1 in (best) |
| Height | 56.3 in (best) | 55.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW ActiveHybrid 3ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMGAMG CLA 45 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ActiveHybrid 3 | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ActiveHybrid 3 $50,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG CLA 45 $57,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |