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Cadillac CT4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA250

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Cadillac CT4

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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250

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Overview

SpecCadillac CT4LuxuryMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Selected trimLuxuryCLA 250
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automated manual
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac CT4LuxuryMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
MSRP$35,600 (best)$42,750
Lowest listing price$21,900 (best)—
Median listing price$26,892 (best)—
Highest listing price$42,900 (best)—
For sale now10 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac CT4LuxuryMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Combined MPG26 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG32 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17 gal (best)13.5 gal

Performance

SpecCadillac CT4LuxuryMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Horsepower237 hp (best)221 hp
Torque258 lb-ft258 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecCadillac CT4LuxuryMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume10.7 cu ft11.6 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,422 lbs (best)4,530 lbs
Wheelbase109 in (best)107.4 in
Length187.2 in (best)184.6 in
Width71.4 in72 in (best)
Height56 in56.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac CT4LuxuryMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated—
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side crash (driver)Not Rated—
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated—
Side poleNot Rated—
RolloverNot Rated—
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimCadillac CT4Mercedes-Benz CLA250
1

Luxury

$35,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

CLA 250

$42,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Luxury

$39,900 MSRP

CLA 250 4MATIC

$44,750 MSRP

3

Sport

$43,800 MSRP

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4

V

$50,000 MSRP

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5

V Blackwing

$62,700 MSRP

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Cadillac CT4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA250 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Cadillac CT4 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Cadillac CT4 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Cadillac CT4 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac CT4 starts lower at $35,600. Live Cadillac CT4 listings start at $21,900.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Cadillac CT4 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2026 Cadillac CT4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Cadillac CT4 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Cadillac CT4 or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2026 Cadillac CT4 leads on horsepower in this comparison (472).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Cadillac CT4 vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac CT4 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).