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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW ID.3 - Differences and prices compared

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?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLA Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

ID.3

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 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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW ID.3

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from about £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 541 - 791 km

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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VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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The 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.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW ID.3

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 66800 £
Price
28600 - 49300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
1787 - 1993 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4723 mm
Length
4264 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1809 mm
Height
1468 mm
Height
1564 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
437 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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.