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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Mercedes EQS?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes EQS

  • markedly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,280 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers a bit more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 129 km more than the Mercedes CLA Coupe.

EQS

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 Mercedes EQS offers markedly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers markedly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 285 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 2,550 kg. The difference is around 855 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers markedly more boot space – 610 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS shows a few small advantages 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.

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EQS

Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 810 - 920 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes EQS

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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 EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes EQS

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
542 - 791 km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
545 - 570 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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