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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • minimal more power
  • minimal quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • to a small extent cheaper
  • slight more efficient

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLA Coupe has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6049 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

CLA Coupe

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 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has a minimal edge – offering 392 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 650 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm difference.

4 Series Gran 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1695 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers slightly more room – 470 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe minimal takes the win – 480 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe comes out ahead with a more balanced overall result 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.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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from about £45,700
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.8 L

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 68000 £
Price
39600 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1695 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4783 mm
Length
4723 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1442 mm
Height
1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe have?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.