Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Toyota Corolla – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 37100 £. That’s a price difference of around 8525 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Corolla with 4.40 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

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 421 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 243 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Toyota Corolla takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

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, the Toyota Corolla is hardly perceptible lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1505 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers evident more room – 460 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Coupe minimal takes the win – 490 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.