Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 180 Urban (2015) vs GAC GS8 HEV 2.0T Hybrid AWD (E-CVT) (2026)

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 180 Urban (2015) vs GAC GS8 HEV 2.0T Hybrid AWD (E-CVT) (2026) — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 180 Urban (2015) Mercedes-Benz ₱2,550,000 GAC GS8 HEV 2.0T Hybrid AWD (E-CVT) (2026) GAC ₱2,338,000
Overview
Model Year 2015 2026
Warranty Unlimited/2-years 5-years/150,000km
Availability Not available Current
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type Inline-4 Hybrid
Displacement 1595cc 1991cc
Valvetrain DOHC 16-valve 16-Valve
Aspiration Turbocharged & Intercooled Turbocharged
Fuel Type Gas Hybrid
Max Power 122 PS @ 5000 rpm 190 PS
Max Torque 200 Nm @ 1250-4000 rpm 320 Nm
Transmission 7-Speed DCT E-CVT
Drivetrain FWD AWD
Body & Dimensions
Body Type Sedan Large Crossover SUV
Segment C SUV
Construction Unibody Unibody
Doors 4 5
Seating Capacity 2+3 2+3+2
Length (mm) 4630 5015
Width (mm) 1777 1950
Height (mm) 1432 1718
Wheelbase (mm) 2840 2920
Curb Weight (kg) 1549 2120
Exterior Colors — Crystal White, Elegant Black, Moonlight Grey, Speed Silver, and Ink Seal Green
Fuel Tank (L) — 58
Chassis, Wheels & Brakes
Front Suspension Spring strut and transverse link MacPherson Strut w/Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Control arm and trailing arm Multi-link with Coil Spring
Front Wheels 18 Light Alloy 20
Rear Wheels 18 Light Alloy 20
Front Tires 225/40/R18 255/50R20
Rear Tires 225/40/R18 255/50R20
Front Brakes Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Steering Type hydraulic EPS
Tire Pressure Monitoring Yes Yes
Differential Lock No No
Steering Column — Tilt & Telescope
Safety
Anti-lock Braking (ABS) Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Vehicle Dynamic Control No No
Forward Collision Mitigation No No
Blind Spot Warning No No
Hill Start Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent Control No Yes
Auto Stop/Start No No
Driver Airbag No Yes
Knee Airbag No Yes
Passenger Airbag No Yes
Front Curtain Airbags No Yes
Rear Curtain Airbags No Yes
Rear Side Airbags No Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Security Alarm Yes Yes
Door Locking Central Locking Central Locking
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioning Manual Aircon Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone
Rear A/C Vents No Yes
Seat Material Leather Leather
Parking Brake Electronic EPB
Key Type Keyless Entry Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start Yes No
Cruise Control No Yes
Multi-Info Display No Yes
Paddle Shifters No No
Reverse Camera No Yes
Auto Headlights No Yes
Power Windows Yes Yes
Power Seats Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Release No Yes
Eco Mode Yes No
Antenna yes yes
Infotainment & Audio
Speakers 6 7
Touchscreen Yes Yes
Navigation No No
Bluetooth Yes Yes
Apple CarPlay No Yes
Android Auto No No
USB Yes No
AUX Input Yes No
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes
CD Player Yes No
DVD Player No No
MP3 Playback Yes No
iPod Support Yes No
SD Card Slot No No
Lighting
Headlights BI – Xenon LED
Fog Lights Yes Yes
Daytime Running Lights No Yes
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