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Jaguar E-Pace vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

E-Pace

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.

Jaguar E-Pace is markedly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,236 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 722 km more than the Jaguar E-Pace.

CLA Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers noticeably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Jaguar E-Pace takes 7.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers very slightly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

E-Pace

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 barely lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 88 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers a bit more boot space – 494 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries a bit more – 554 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace holds a solid 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 £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 69 km
Jaguar E-Pace
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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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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Jaguar E-Pace
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
542 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
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Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

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