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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Polestar 4 – Differences & prices compared
CLA Coupe
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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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37100 £, while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £. That’s a price difference of around 15955 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Polestar 4 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.60 kWh.
As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs evident better – achieving up to 791 km, about 171 km more than the Polestar 4.
4
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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 Polestar 4 has a distinct edge – offering 544 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 686 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm difference.
CLA Coupe
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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 curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly lighter – 1505 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers a bit more room – 526 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Coupe is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Polestar 4
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
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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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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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Polestar 4
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37100 - 73700 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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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
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
86 - 791 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 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
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4692 - 4723 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1404 - 1468 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
440 - 490 kg
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Payload
455 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
230 - 515 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 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
200 - 400 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
2024
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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
Polestar
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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.