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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Audi A3 Limousine comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 27,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Audi A3 Limousine?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Audi A3 Limousine: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
CLA Coupe
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A3 Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,951 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A3 Limousine uses 4.4 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
A3 Limousine
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 Audi A3 Limousine offers slightly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers barely more torque with 515 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.
CLA Coupe
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, Audi A3 Limousine is visibly lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A3 Limousine offers barely more boot space – 425 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A3 Limousine carries marginally more – 480 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Limousine is far ahead overall 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 £27,700
Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Audi A3 Limousine
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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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Audi A3 Limousine
The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Audi A3 Limousine
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 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
115 - 208 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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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
415 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Audi
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