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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 39,600 £ ) 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 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
4 Series Coupe
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 is moderately cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,049 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Coupe uses 4.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
CLA Coupe
Engine and Performance:
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 BMW 4 Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.
4 Series Coupe
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 more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is barely lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers marginally more boot space – 440 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries only slightly more – 455 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 4 Series Coupe is decisively ahead 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.
from £45,700
BMW 4 Series Coupe
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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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
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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
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Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
542 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
355 - 415 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, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 530 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 700 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
135 - 390 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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