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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs NIO ET5 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or NIO ET5?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs NIO ET5: 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.
Mercedes CLA Coupe is barely cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,078 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 202 km more than the NIO ET5.
ET5
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 NIO ET5 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.
CLA Coupe
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers only slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is barely 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
NIO ET5
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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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NIO ET5
NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
NIO ET5
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
360 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
NIO
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