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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Subaru BRZ comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Subaru BRZ?
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.
Subaru BRZ is a bit cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,645 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.
BRZ
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 clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is very slightly faster – 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: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 265 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.
Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is noticeably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers significantly more boot space – 405 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries moderately more – 455 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly superior 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.
from £39,600
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Subaru BRZ
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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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Subaru BRZ
The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Subaru BRZ
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
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Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
199 - 200 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
4
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
237 L
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Length
4,723 mm
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Length
4,265 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
1,468 mm
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Height
1,310 mm
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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
395 - 404 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
235 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
172 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Subaru
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