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Ford Taurus vs Mercedes-Benz CLA250

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

Vehicles

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2019 Ford Taurus

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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250

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Overview

SpecFord TaurusSEMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Selected trimSECLA 250
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automated manual
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)mild hybrid
Model year20192026

Pricing & market

SpecFord TaurusSEMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
MSRP$27,800 (best)$42,750
Lowest listing price$448 (best)—
Median listing price$9,996 (best)—
Highest listing price$14,999 (best)—
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord TaurusSEMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Combined MPG21 MPG30 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG26 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)13.5 gal

Performance

SpecFord TaurusSEMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Horsepower288 hp (best)221 hp
Torque254 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecFord TaurusSEMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume20.1 cu ft (best)11.6 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,917 lbs (best)4,530 lbs
Wheelbase112.9 in (best)107.4 in
Length202.9 in (best)184.6 in
Width76.2 in (best)72 in
Height60.7 in (best)56.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord TaurusSEMercedes-Benz CLA250CLA 250
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

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.

TrimFord TaurusMercedes-Benz CLA250
1

SE

$27,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

CLA 250

$42,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL

$30,230 MSRP

CLA 250 4MATIC

$44,750 MSRP

3

SEL

$32,080 MSRP

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4

Limited

$37,310 MSRP

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5

Limited

$39,160 MSRP

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6

SHO

$42,975 MSRP

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Ford Taurus vs Mercedes-Benz CLA250 FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Taurus 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: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Taurus starts lower at $27,800. Live Ford Taurus listings start at $448.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Taurus vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Taurus (5/5 NHTSA overall).