| Model Year | 2019 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz CLA | Mini Hardtop | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 97.1 in | 9.2 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 145.6 in | 36.7 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 66.3 in | 3.7 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 55.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3262 lb. | 2546 lb. | 716 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 50.3 in | 5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.6 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 44.7 in | 8.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 29.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 67.3 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -10.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
| 2012 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |