| Model Year | 2020 | 2023 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CLA | BMW i4 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 285 kW@6500 480 Nm@4750 |
Electric 400 kW 794 Nm |
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| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,689 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,829 mm | 1,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,660 kg | 2,327 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 51 L | 0 L | 51 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 970 mm | 8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 930 mm | -23 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 869 mm | -8 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,923 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,923 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 328 L | 470 L | -142 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.6 | 1,291 L | 10.6 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 BMW i4.