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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

DS 7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 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, DS Automobiles DS 7 is barely lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers noticeably more boot space – 555 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries somewhat more – 455 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe 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 £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
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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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Reviews Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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marco
12 Mar 2026, 18:44:45

A car with a unique line — the shooting brake finally gets a sporty rear and a roomy trunk.

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Dejf
18 Dec 2025, 14:59:40

Nice efficient car. Like it

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DS Automobiles DS 7

The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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DS Automobiles DS 7

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Coupe have?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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