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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (609 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Kia EV6 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • a bit lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

EV6

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.

Kia EV6 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,074 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV6. That’s a difference of about 3.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers markedly more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 209 km more than the Kia EV6.

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 Kia EV6 offers substantially more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia EV6 tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers noticeably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

EV6

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 a bit lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers a bit more boot space – 490 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 85 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 Kia EV6 is clearly superior overall 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 £38,600
EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 428 - 582 km
Kia EV6
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV6

The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.

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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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Kia EV6
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,695 mm
Length
4,723 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,550 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 450 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
185 - 188 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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