Compare performance (204 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
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.
Kia EV3 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8788 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Kia EV3 with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 791 km, about 186 km more than the Kia EV3.
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 has a convincingly edge – offering 354 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls significantly stronger with 515 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 232 Nm difference.
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 barely noticeable lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers somewhat more room – 460 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 barely noticeable takes the win – 470 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is decisively ahead 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.
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Price
39600 - 59300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Length
4723 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.