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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Toyota Prius?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely lighter

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 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.

Toyota Prius is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 216 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers significantly more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 705 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 visibly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 131 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 33 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 terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is barely lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers noticeably more boot space – 405 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries somewhat more – 455 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

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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 Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,723 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin 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
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Toyota
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