Compare performance (354 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Toyota Corolla?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Corolla has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11059 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
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 clearly edge – offering 354 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs somewhat better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
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 curb weight, Toyota Corolla is slightly lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers a bit more room – 405 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe minimal takes the win – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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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
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
4723 mm
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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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
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.