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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Skoda Octavia Combi comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 25,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Skoda Octavia Combi?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Skoda Octavia Combi: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • substantially more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Combi

  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Octavia Combi is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,059 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Combi uses 4.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Octavia Combi

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 Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Skoda Octavia Combi takes 6.7 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 155 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, Skoda Octavia Combi is clearly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Combi offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 235 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Combi carries moderately more – 534 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 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
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 542 - 791 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Skoda Octavia Combi

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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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Skoda Octavia Combi

The Skoda Octavia Combi is the sensible family wagon that somehow turns grocery runs and long trips into a pleasant, unshowy experience — spacious, practical and built like it prefers reliability over flash. With smart touches, clever storage and a cabin that feels grown-up rather than frugal, it’s an easy recommendation for buyers who want maximum utility without sacrificing comfort or style.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Skoda Octavia Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Price
25,600 - 39,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
542 - 791 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
113 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,553 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
502 - 534 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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