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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (727 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (50800 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
5 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes CLA Coupe has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11192 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 5 Series Saloon manages with 2.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs significantly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 686 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
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 5 Series Saloon has a decisively edge – offering 727 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 373 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon performs to a small extent 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 5 Series Saloon pulls clearly stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 485 Nm difference.
5 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is hardly perceptible lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers clearly perceptible more room – 520 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Saloon evident takes the win – 600 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
BMW 5 Series Saloon
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
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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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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50800 - 124500 £
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 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
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1800 - 2515 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
5060 mm
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Length
4723 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1515 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 - 600 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, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic 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
197 - 727 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
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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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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What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Saloon have?
Available configurations include 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.