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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 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.

Corolla

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 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.

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 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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £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
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 541 - 791 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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The 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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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 66800 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4723 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1468 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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.