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Fiat Panda vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (70 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (14,100 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Panda or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Fiat Panda vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

Panda

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat Panda is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,502 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat Panda with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 284 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 423 Nm more.

Panda

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Panda is significantly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more boot space – 405 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries moderately more – 455 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 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
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • 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 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Fiat Panda
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Fiat Panda

The Panda is a charming, no-nonsense city companion that mixes cheerful Italian flair with genuinely useful practicality, making tight streets and daily errands feel less of a chore. Its honest simplicity, clever packaging and a dash of cheeky character make it a smart, low-stress buy for people who prefer sensible perks over showroom flash.

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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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Fiat Panda
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,100 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
113 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
225 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
3,635 mm
Length
-
Width
1,643 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,551 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
70 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
164 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
51 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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