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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Nissan Qashqai?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • somewhat 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:

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.

Nissan Qashqai is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,031 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

CLA Coupe

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 terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers somewhat more boot space – 504 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries slightly more – 516 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly superior overall 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
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Nissan Qashqai

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General

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