Compare performance (354 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or NIO ET7?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,278 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 6.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers markedly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 208 km more than the NIO ET7.
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 NIO ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.
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, Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 739 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Coupe holds a narrow overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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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
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,101 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,509 mm
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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
446 - 466 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
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 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
850 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
480 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
2022
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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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