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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Polestar 4?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,421 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 5.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 172 km more than the Polestar 4.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers markedly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is visibly 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 Polestar 4 delivers markedly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more boot space – 526 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 455 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 sits just 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.

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
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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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Reviews Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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marco
12 Mar 2026, 18:44:45

A car with a unique line — the shooting brake finally gets a sporty rear and a roomy trunk.

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Dejf
18 Dec 2025, 14:59:40

Nice efficient car. Like it

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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Reviews Polestar 4

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Didier
6 Jun 2026, 19:04:29

Beautiful car with exceptional comfort. Tesla is still the more affordable car, but if I'm going to drive, I'd go with Polestar without hesitation.

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Alain Lescadres
2 Jun 2026, 01:50:33

Fantastic car in all ways

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Dave
21 May 2026, 08:55:02

Very nice comfort and interior feel. Big wide car with great seating front and rear.

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Carlos
21 Jan 2026, 19:23:48

The Polestar 4 has a very attractive design that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The interior is elegant, comfortable and finished with good materials.
Easy to drive, great grip on the tarmac and strong acceleration.
For the price, there are things to improve to be competitive with other brands of equal quality and technology; it needs meaningful upgrades — e.g., better driving ADAS, true autonomous parking and the ability to move the car remotely if you can’t get inside. Improving charging times is essential, and not having a rear window while relying on a camera in the interior mirror shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Otherwise, a spectacular car with a gorgeous design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Coupe have?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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