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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW Golf comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW Golf?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW Golf: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
CLA Coupe
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Golf is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,355 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more range – reaching 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 offers very slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW Golf takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Golf is visibly faster – 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: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers somewhat more torque with 515 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is markedly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries a bit more – 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 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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VW Golf
Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW Golf
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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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VW Golf
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
39,600 - 59,300 £
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Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
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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
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 50 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
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4,723 mm
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Length
4,282 - 4,292 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,789 mm
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Height
1,468 mm
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Height
1,463 - 1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,230 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, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 325 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 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 - 239 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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