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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Toyota bZ4X comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Toyota bZ4X?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Toyota bZ4X: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Toyota bZ4X

4.5 (11 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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.

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.

Toyota bZ4X is only slightly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,788 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is very slightly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 13.5 kWh/100km for the Toyota bZ4X. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers visibly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 201 km more than the Toyota bZ4X.

bZ4X

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 Toyota bZ4X offers very slightly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota bZ4X is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 338 Nm. That’s about 177 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, Mercedes CLA Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota bZ4X offers markedly more boot space – 669 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 264 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota bZ4X carries a bit more – 565 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota bZ4X has only a minor advantage 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 £36,800
bZ4X

Toyota bZ4X

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 167 - 380 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 444 - 591 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Toyota bZ4X

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota bZ4X

The Toyota bZ4X is an electric crossover that focuses on a calm ride, practical interior and predictable handling for everyday driving. It suits buyers who want an easygoing, reliable EV with Toyota's familiar build quality and a clean, simple design.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Toyota bZ4X

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Price
36,800 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Electric Range
444 - 591 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
452 - 669 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
375 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
167 - 380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
268 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
123 - 280 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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