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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Nissan Ariya - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (421 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (37100 £ vs 37300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Nissan Ariya?
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 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37100 £, while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 175 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s convincingly more efficient than the Nissan Ariya with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.50 kWh.
As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs evident better – achieving up to 791 km, about 260 km more than the Nissan Ariya.
Ariya
Engine and Performance:
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 Nissan Ariya has a slight edge – offering 435 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 14 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 Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Nissan Ariya tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Ariya pulls a bit stronger with 600 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is noticeable lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers slight more room – 468 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe to a small extent takes the win – 490 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £37,100
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Nissan Ariya
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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Nissan Ariya
5 (1 Reviews)
The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Nissan Ariya
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37100 - 73700 £
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Price
37300 - 54800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
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Electric Range
86 - 791 km
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Electric Range
402 - 531 km
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Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
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Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
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co2
0 - 202 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
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Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
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Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
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Length
4692 - 4723 mm
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Length
4595 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1404 - 1468 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
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Payload
440 - 490 kg
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Payload
363 - 420 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
218 - 435 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
230 - 515 Nm
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Torque
300 - 600 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
160 - 320 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Nissan
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.