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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Volvo EX40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 42800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Volvo EX40?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Volvo EX40

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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.

Mercedes CLA Coupe has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £, while the Volvo EX40 costs 42800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3212 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Volvo EX40 with 16.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.40 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 791 km, about 215 km more than the Volvo EX40.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 has a slightly edge – offering 442 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX40 pulls noticeable stronger with 670 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm difference.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is evident lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EX40 offers barely noticeable more room – 410 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX40 slight takes the win – 480 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be won narrowly 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
Volvo EX40

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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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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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo EX40

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 66800 £
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4723 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1468 mm
Height
1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
430 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.