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BMW iX3 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (54,300 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BMW iX3 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly more electric range
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is markedly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 54,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,706 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is moderately more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the BMW iX3. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 13 km more than the Mercedes CLA Coupe.

CLA Coupe

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 iX3 offers markedly more power – delivering 469 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX3 delivers markedly more torque with 645 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

iX3

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX3 carries very slightly more – 465 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly 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 £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
BMW iX3
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 is an electric SUV that delivers the composed, premium driving experience BMW buyers expect. With a calm, refined cabin and practical everyday usability, it’s a strong choice for those who want electric motoring without giving up luxury and comfort.

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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 iX3
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
635 - 805 km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
465 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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