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Mercedes A Class vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison
Compare performance (421 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
A Class
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.
Mercedes A Class is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,068 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 706 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 A Class offers somewhat more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class is barely faster – reaching 225 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers marginally more torque with 515 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.
A Class
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is somewhat lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers a bit more boot space – 405 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly ahead 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
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes A Class
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Mercedes A Class
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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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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Mercedes A Class
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4,428 mm
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Length
4,723 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,423 mm
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Height
1,468 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
225 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
200 - 500 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
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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