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Lexus LC Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (105,400 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Coupe or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Lexus LC Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Lexus LC Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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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

LC Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLA Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,749 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

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 Lexus LC Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Coupe is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Coupe delivers very slightly more torque with 530 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 15 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.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more boot space – 405 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LC Coupe carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is far ahead 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 £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • 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 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Lexus LC Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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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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Lexus LC Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
184 - 262 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,345 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
530 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 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
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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