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CUPRA Born vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Born or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
CUPRA Born vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Born
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.
CUPRA Born is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,359 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Born. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 162 km more than the CUPRA Born.
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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers very slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Born delivers marginally more torque with 545 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Born
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,899 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers only slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Born carries barely more – 461 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe 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 £39,600
Mercedes CLA Coupe
CUPRA Born
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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CUPRA Born
The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.
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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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CUPRA Born
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,300 - 43,700 £
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 14.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
484 - 630 km
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,899 - 2,004 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,809 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
426 - 461 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 326 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 545 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
140 - 240 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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