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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Volvo EX90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 73700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Volvo EX90?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Volvo EX90

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

CLA Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes CLA Coupe has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 73700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34069 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly more efficient than the Volvo EX90 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.60 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs noticeable better – achieving up to 791 km, about 171 km more than the Volvo EX90.

EX90

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 Volvo EX90 has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs to a small extent better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo EX90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX90 pulls convincingly stronger with 870 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm difference.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2556 kg. The difference is around 861 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slightly more room – 405 L compared to 324 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX90 noticeable takes the win – 585 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 is narrowly ahead 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.

Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo EX90

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EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 19.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 570 - 620 km

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 EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 66800 £
Price
73700 - 94100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
88 - 102 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
6 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
2556 - 2764 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
324 L
Length
4723 mm
Length
5037 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1964 mm
Height
1468 mm
Height
1744 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2082 - 2135 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
375 - 585 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
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
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 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.