VS

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

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?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
rate
  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
details

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
details

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

CLA Coupe

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 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.

DBS Superleggera 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 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.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The 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.

details
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
-
Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
-
Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Aston Martin
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.