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Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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

Gladiator

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,792 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 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 markedly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers somewhat more torque with 600 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 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, Petrol MHEV
  • 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 : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 542 - 791 km
Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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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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Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,400 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
542 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
257 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
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Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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