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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Mercedes EQE comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 57,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Mercedes EQE?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Mercedes EQE: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • substantially lighter

Mercedes EQE

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

CLA Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQE costs 57,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,952 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQE. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 100 km more than the Mercedes EQE.

EQE

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 EQE offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQE is only slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers significantly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 435 Nm more.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE offers marginally more boot space – 430 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE 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 £57,600
EQE

Mercedes EQE

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 502 - 691 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes EQE

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes EQE

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes EQE

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
502 - 691 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
4,723 mm
Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,961 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Height
1,492 - 1,510 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
545 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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