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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (132 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 39600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
MX-5 Coupe
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.
Mazda MX-5 Coupe 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 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 4.90 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.20 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
CLA Coupe
Engine and Performance:
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 clearly edge – offering 354 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 222 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 Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls decisively stronger with 515 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 363 Nm difference.
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MX-5 Coupe
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is decisively lighter – 1114 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 581 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more room – 405 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 278 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe decisively takes the win – 455 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 289 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £39,600
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.
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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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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30800 - 36200 £
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.20 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
-
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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
140 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
Coupe
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1114 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Trunk capacity
127 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
4723 mm
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Width
1735 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
166 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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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
97 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 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
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-5 Coupe have?
The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is available as Rear-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.