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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (90000 £ vs 37100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BMW 8 Series Coupé

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 advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37100 £, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90000 £. That’s a price difference of around 52898 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.70 L. The difference is about 4.40 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 8 Series Coupé has a evident edge – offering 625 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs barely noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 8 Series Coupé pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 750 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 235 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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, BMW 8 Series Coupé somewhat takes the win – 545 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 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.

from about £37,100
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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 8 Series Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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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
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Nice efficient car. Like it

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Costs and Consumption
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 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
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 - 202 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
440 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

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

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Is the BMW 8 Series Coupé offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.