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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (487 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly 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

Mustang Mach-E

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 Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,792 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. That’s a difference of about 5.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers markedly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 192 km more than the Ford Mustang Mach-E.

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 Ford Mustang Mach-E offers noticeably more power – delivering 487 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers significantly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 435 Nm more.

Mustang Mach-E

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 2,161 kg. The difference is around 466 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers clearly more boot space – 519 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E has the upper hand 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 £48,400
Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 470 - 600 km
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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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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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,881 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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