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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs MINI Countryman – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mercedes CLA Coupe or MINI Countryman fits your lifestyle better.

Mercedes CLA Coupe

MINI Countryman

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.

MINI Countryman has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 37100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5560 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.50 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs convincingly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 329 km more than the MINI Countryman.

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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 CLA Coupe has a distinct edge – offering 421 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs barely noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the MINI Countryman tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 515 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is slight lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers slight more room – 505 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman slight takes the win – 500 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Mercedes CLA Coupe
MINI Countryman

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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

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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MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman turns the cheeky charm of a classic MINI into a proper all-rounder, blending playful styling with surprisingly usable space for everyday life. It still grins at city lights but will happily tackle muddy lanes, perfect for buyers who want character without sacrificing practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37100 - 73700 £
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
co2
0 - 202 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Width
1843 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Payload
440 - 490 kg
Payload
460 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

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

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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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