Compare performance (354 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW ID.3?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW ID.3 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11068 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the VW ID.3 with 14.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.30 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs noticeable better – achieving up to 791 km, about 186 km more than the VW ID.3.
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 hardly perceptible edge – offering 354 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.3 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.3 pulls slight stronger with 545 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.
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 barely noticeable lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1787 kg. The difference is around 92 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers minimal more room – 405 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.3 minimal takes the win – 473 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is barely 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.
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.
detailsThe VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Price
28600 - 49300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
1787 - 1993 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
4723 mm
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Length
4264 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1809 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Height
1564 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1267 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
437 - 473 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
170 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
125 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.