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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Kia Picanto comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 15,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Kia Picanto?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Kia Picanto: 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:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,559 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
Picanto
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 offers significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 286 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 9.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 419 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Picanto is substantially lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 571 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 405 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries clearly more – 455 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 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
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Kia Picanto
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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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Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Kia Picanto
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 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
126 - 134 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 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
1,124 - 1,131 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,595 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
253 - 332 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
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
68 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 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
96 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
50 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Kia
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