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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Peugeot 408 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (354 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Peugeot 408?
CLA Coupe
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Peugeot 408 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4519 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 408 manages with 2.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.20 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 Peugeot 408 with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs decisively better – achieving up to 791 km, about 336 km more than the Peugeot 408.
408
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 Mercedes CLA Coupe has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 354 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.20 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 408 performs slight better – reaching 233 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 515 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.
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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, Peugeot 408 is minimal lighter – 1544 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers distinct more room – 536 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 131 L.
When it comes to payload, Peugeot 408 hardly perceptible takes the win – 456 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is far ahead 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.
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Peugeot 408
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
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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Peugeot 408
4.9 (1 Reviews)
The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Peugeot 408
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Price
35100 - 48000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.80 kWh
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Electric Range
79 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.20 kWh
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
0 - 114 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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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
1695 - 2135 kg
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Curb weight
1544 - 1879 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
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Length
4723 mm
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Length
4687 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Height
1478 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1583 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
371 - 456 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
145 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
107 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLA Coupe?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.