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Audi Q6 e-tron vs Mercedes CLA Coupe – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes CLA Coupe has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37100 £, while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54400 £. That’s a price difference of around 17326 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Audi Q6 e-tron with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.40 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs somewhat better – achieving up to 791 km, about 135 km more than the Audi Q6 e-tron.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q6 e-tron has a somewhat edge – offering 490 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Audi Q6 e-tron takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs slightly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Audi Q6 e-tron tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q6 e-tron pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 855 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly lighter – 1505 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 695 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers somewhat more room – 526 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q6 e-tron barely noticeable takes the win – 540 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be leads convincingly overall and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 86 - 791 km
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Audi Q6 e-tron

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The Audi Q6 e-tron balances sleek, coupe-like styling with a roomy, upscale interior that feels modern without being showy. It delivers refined electric performance and smart tech that make daily driving effortless — the sort of EV that might make petrolheads grudgingly admit they fancy the future.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
54400 - 91900 £
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
482 - 656 km
Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 202 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2200 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Length
4771 mm
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Width
1939 - 1965 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1665 - 1685 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1361 - 1529 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 kg
Payload
440 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q6 e-tron have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.