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BMW X6 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BMW X6 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

BMW X6

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly 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

X6

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,935 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

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 X6 offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X6 is a bit 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 X6 delivers markedly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.

X6

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 visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers markedly more boot space – 580 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X6 leads convincingly 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 £83,600
X6

BMW X6

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
BMW X6
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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 X6
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
83,600 - 146,400 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 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
188 - 288 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,960 mm
Length
4,723 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

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