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Kia Niro vs Mercedes CLA Coupe – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Kia Niro or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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

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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.

Kia Niro has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 37100 £. That’s a price difference of around 7968 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Kia Niro with 2.40 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs convincingly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 729 km more than the Kia Niro.

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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 has a significantly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 241 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia Niro tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 85 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls decisively stronger with 515 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Niro is hardly perceptible lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1505 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slight more room – 460 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Kia Niro
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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

Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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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 Niro
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 38600 £
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
co2
53 - 111 g/km
co2
0 - 202 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 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
1474 - 1594 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Length
4420 mm
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1545 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
466 kg
Payload
440 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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
138 - 180 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1580 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Kia Niro offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Niro 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.