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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Renault Captur comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Renault Captur?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Renault Captur: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
CLA Coupe
Costs and Efficiency:
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.
Renault Captur is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,251 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
Captur
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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 196 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 Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 250 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, Renault Captur is clearly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 372 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Captur offers barely more boot space – 422 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is decisively ahead 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
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Renault Captur
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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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Renault Captur
The Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Renault Captur
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,797 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
447 - 453 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
115 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
160 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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