Compare performance (354 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Peugeot 508 SW?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,964 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 SW uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 739 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.
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 Peugeot 508 SW offers only slightly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Peugeot 508 SW takes 5.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 SW is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 SW delivers very slightly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is barely lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,846 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers visibly more boot space – 530 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
The Peugeot 508 SW has only a minor advantage 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 Peugeot 508 SW dresses up as a sleek estate, blending Parisian flair with usable loadspace so you don't have to choose between style and weekend practicality. Inside it's a driver-focused cabin with quality materials and clever packaging that makes it a sensible, slightly mischievous choice for buyers who want an executive feel without the buttoned-up seriousness.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
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Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Electric Range
46 - 52 km
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
38 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
530 L
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Length
4,723 mm
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Length
4,778 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,468 mm
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Height
1,420 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
373 - 454 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 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
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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