Head to head · Coupe
BMW 2 Series vs Mercedes-Benz CLA
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the BMW 2 Series comes out ahead of the Mercedes-Benz CLA, winning 3 of the 4 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | BMW 2 Series | Mercedes-Benz CLA |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £26,850 (2023, 24,500 mi) | £19,800 (2023, 28,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 60% | 61% · wins |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 77 · wins | 68 |
| Average mpg | 45 · wins | 40 |
| Insurance group | 35 · wins | 45 |
| Road tax / year | £200 | £200 |
| Typical annual service | £290 | £290 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
2 Series vs CLA — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the 2 Series or the CLA?
The BMW 2 Series scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 77 against the Mercedes-Benz CLA's 68 out of 100.
Which holds its value better, the 2 Series or the CLA?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA — it keeps about 61% of its original price after three years, against 60% for the BMW 2 Series.
How much does a used 2 Series cost compared with a CLA?
A roughly three-year-old BMW 2 Series is worth about £26,850 at typical mileage, against about £19,800 for the equivalent Mercedes-Benz CLA.