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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Kia EV4 Hatchback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (421 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (37100 £ vs 32200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Kia EV4 Hatchback

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Kia EV4 Hatchback has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32200 £, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 37100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4882 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Kia EV4 Hatchback with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.70 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs evident better – achieving up to 791 km, about 166 km more than the Kia EV4 Hatchback.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe has a clearly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia EV4 Hatchback tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls significantly stronger with 515 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 232 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is evident lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slight more room – 460 L compared to 435 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £37,100
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 86 - 791 km
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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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Kia EV4 Hatchback

The Kia EV4 Hatchback paves the way for a sleek and efficient driving experience, capturing attention with its modern design and eco-friendly performance. Built with comfort and sustainability in mind, this hatchback redefines electric mobility for urban explorers and suburban commuters alike. Inside, the EV4 boasts a spacious and tech-savvy interior, offering drivers and passengers a seamless blend of innovation and practicality.

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4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Dejf
18 Dec 2025, 14:59:40

Nice efficient car. Like it

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Price
32200 - 42400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
co2
0 - 202 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
1811 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Length
4430 - 4450 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Height
1485 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1415 L
Payload
440 - 490 kg
Payload
445 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Kia

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What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLA Coupe?

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

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