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BMW X4 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (510 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X4 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BMW X4 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

BMW X4

  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

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

X4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLA Coupe is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the BMW X4 costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,221 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the BMW X4 with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

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 X4 offers markedly more power – delivering 510 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X4 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X4 is somewhat faster – 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: the BMW X4 delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

X4

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.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X4 offers clearly more boot space – 525 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X4 carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X4 is far ahead overall 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 £51,900
X4

BMW X4

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 510 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 10.7 L/100km
BMW X4
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X4

The BMW X4 blends coupe-like styling with SUV practicality, giving you a striking profile that never lets you disappear into traffic. It feels planted and keen behind the wheel, and for buyers who crave personality without sacrificing everyday usability, it’s a compelling and slightly mischievous choice.

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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 X4
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,000 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
156 - 244 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,875 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,751 - 4,754 mm
Length
4,723 mm
Width
1,918 - 1,938 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,621 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 545 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 510 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 375 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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