Compare performance (470 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A4 Avant has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2394 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A4 Avant manages with 4.80 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant has a evident edge – offering 470 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls somewhat stronger with 600 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is slight lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A4 Avant offers a bit more room – 495 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A4 Avant slightly takes the win – 565 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
The Audi A4 Avant sits well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.
detailsThe Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.
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Price
37200 - 122500 £
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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co2
126 - 220 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Trunk capacity
495 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4750 - 4782 mm
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Length
4723 mm
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Width
1842 - 1866 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1428 - 1493 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1495 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
510 - 565 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 470 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
270 - 600 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 346 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.