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CUPRA Tavascan vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Tavascan or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
CUPRA Tavascan 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.
Tavascan
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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the CUPRA Tavascan costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,135 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the CUPRA Tavascan. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers visibly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 235 km more than the CUPRA Tavascan.
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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers only slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the CUPRA Tavascan takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Tavascan delivers barely more torque with 545 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
Tavascan
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 markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,096 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.
Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Tavascan offers visibly more boot space – 540 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Tavascan carries moderately more – 518 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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 Tavascan
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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CUPRA Tavascan
The Cupra Tavascan blends athletic styling with a premium, driver-focused cabin, giving the electric crossover a distinctly sporty character. It feels poised and engaging on the road while standing out with bold design cues and a modern, high-quality finish.
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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 Tavascan
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,800 - 50,500 £
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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
15.4 - 17.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
441 - 557 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
SUV
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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
2,096 - 2,273 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
540 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,861 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
507 - 518 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 8.6 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 - 250 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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