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BYD Han vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

BYD Han vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

BYD Han

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • visibly 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

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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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,524 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.2 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 270 km more than the BYD Han.

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 BYD Han offers noticeably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is clearly 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 Mercedes CLA Coupe is somewhat faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the BYD Han tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

Han

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 visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers very slightly more boot space – 410 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries clearly more – 455 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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, Petrol MHEV
  • 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 : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 541 - 791 km
BYD Han
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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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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BYD Han
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
4,723 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
335 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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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
517 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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