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Lexus NX vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (309 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 39600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
NX
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLA Coupe has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the Lexus NX costs 46000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6392 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus NX manages with 2.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs significantly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 719 km more than the Lexus NX.
CLA Coupe
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 a bit edge – offering 354 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Lexus NX tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
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NX
Space and Everyday Use:
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 slight lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lexus NX offers clearly perceptible more room – 545 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
When it comes to payload, Lexus NX a bit takes the win – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £39,600
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Lexus NX
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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Lexus NX
4.9 (5 Reviews)
The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
4.9 (1 Reviews)
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 NX
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46000 - 64300 £
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Electric Range
72 km
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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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
1805 - 2065 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4660 mm
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Length
4723 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1670 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1436 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 515 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
244 - 309 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
179 - 227 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Lexus NX offered with different drivetrains?
The Lexus NX is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.