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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (354 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW Golf?
CLA Coupe
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Golf has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14441 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs convincingly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 648 km more than the VW Golf.
Golf
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 Mercedes CLA Coupe has a barely noticeable edge – offering 354 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is hardly perceptible 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 VW Golf performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls somewhat stronger with 515 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, VW Golf is noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slight more room – 405 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf a bit takes the win – 508 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Golf holds a decisive overall lead 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
VW Golf
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VW Golf
Mercedes CLA Coupe
4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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VW Golf
4.6 (1 Reviews)
The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW Golf
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4723 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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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.