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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Skoda Kodiaq?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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.

Skoda Kodiaq has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2788 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Kodiaq manages with 1.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs convincingly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 669 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kodiaq

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes CLA Coupe has a noticeable edge – offering 354 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Skoda Kodiaq takes 6.30 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs barely noticeable better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls distinct stronger with 515 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is barely noticeable lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers convincingly more room – 910 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 505 L.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq slightly takes the win – 563 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq stands out in the key areas 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
Skoda Kodiaq

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Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L
  • Electric Range : 119 - 122 km

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Skoda Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 66800 £
Price
36800 - 50600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
35 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4723 mm
Length
4758 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1468 mm
Height
1679 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2105 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 226 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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.