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Audi e-tron GT vs Mercedes-Benz CLA

Comparing the 2025 Audi e-tron GT (from $125,500) with the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA (from $47,250). The e-tron GT offers 300 miles of range while the CLA offers 374 miles.

Quick Take

Audi e-tron GT is quickest off the line, while Mercedes-Benz CLA wins on price.

Audi e-tron GT

2025Sedan

Audi e-tron GT

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph as quick as 2.4s
  • Up to 912 hp
  • 155 mph top speed
Mercedes-Benz CLA

2026Sedan

Mercedes-Benz CLA

Best Value

  • Starts at $47,250
  • About $126 per mile of range
  • Up to 374 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$125,500 - $167,000
$47,250 - $49,800
Range
278-300 miles
312-374 miles
Horsepower
670-912 hp
268-349 hp
0-60 mph
2.4-3.3 sec
4.8-6.6 sec
Battery Size
105 kWh
85 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
152-155 mph
130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
18 min (10-80%)
22 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
10 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
196.4"
185.9"
Width
77.3"
73"
Height
55.6"
57.8"
Cargo Capacity
9.2 cu ft
14.3 cu ft

Audi e-tron GT vs Mercedes-Benz CLA: Which Should You Buy?

The Mercedes-Benz CLA starts at $47,250, undercutting the Audi e-tron GT ($125,500) by about $78,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Mercedes-Benz CLA covers up to 374 miles, 74 more than the Audi e-tron GT's maximum of 300. At a DC fast charger, the Audi e-tron GT goes from 10-80% in about 18 minutes vs 22 for the Mercedes-Benz CLA.

The Mercedes-Benz CLA offers 14.3 cu ft of cargo space vs 9.2 for the Audi e-tron GT. The Mercedes-Benz CLA is also 11 inches shorter than the Audi e-tron GT, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Audi e-tron GT if you want the quickest acceleration, or the Mercedes-Benz CLA if you want the most for your money.

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