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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 37100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BMW 4 Series Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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 perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37100 £, while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 8583 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe has a noticeable edge – offering 530 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs minimal better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW 4 Series Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Coupe pulls distinct stronger with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 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.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is hardly perceptible lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1600 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers hardly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe somewhat takes the win – 490 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be dominates this comparison 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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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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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Dejf
18 Dec 2025, 14:59:40

Nice efficient car. Like it

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45700 - 92700 £
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 202 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1600 - 1895 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Length
4768 - 4801 mm
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Width
1852 - 1887 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1383 - 1398 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
440 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

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.