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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (421 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (37100 £ vs 49200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37100 £, while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 12089 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Coupe manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs decisively better – achieving up to 791 km, about 709 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo XC60 has a minimal edge – offering 455 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls noticeable stronger with 709 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 194 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 noticeable lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers hardly perceptible more room – 483 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 to a small extent takes the win – 550 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Coupe shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £37,100
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 86 - 791 km
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo XC60

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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 XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Volvo XC60
CLA Coupe
XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
37100 - 73700 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
86 - 791 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
12.9 - 85 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 - 202 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1505 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4692 - 4723 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1404 - 1468 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
440 - 490 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 515 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mercedes CLA Coupe?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.