Compare performance (354 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 266,364 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8.6 L/100km.
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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 416 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 900 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is only slightly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 405 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is decisively 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.
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.
detailsThe Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
306,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
314 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
75 L
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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
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,845 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
270 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,715 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,970 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,285 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
420 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
770 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
338 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
900 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
12
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
566 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Aston Martin
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