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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Volvo S60?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Volvo S60: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,878 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers substantially more range – reaching up to 791 km, about 697 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 S60 offers noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers visibly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 194 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is very slightly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers only slightly more boot space – 427 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is clearly superior overall 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.

from £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4,723 mm
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,468 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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