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Jeep Compass vs Mercedes CLA Coupe – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Compass or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Jeep Compass has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 37100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2902 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 5.80 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s significantly more efficient than the Jeep Compass with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.30 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs noticeable better – achieving up to 791 km, about 291 km more than the Jeep Compass.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 421 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 208 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Jeep Compass takes 8.50 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Jeep Compass tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 82 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls evident stronger with 515 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1667 kg. The difference is around 162 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Compass offers slightly more room – 550 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,100
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 86 - 791 km

Jeep Compass

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The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 43200 £
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
500 km
Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
74 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
co2
0 - 133 g/km
co2
0 - 202 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1667 - 2198 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Length
4552 mm
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Width
1928 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1675 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
-
Payload
440 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 213 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Max Speed
180 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 157 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G, A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Jeep Compass have?

The Jeep Compass is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.