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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW ID.7 Touring - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 47100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW ID.7 Touring?

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 Touring

5 (2 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes CLA Coupe has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39600 £ , while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7425 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Coupe: with 12.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the VW ID.7 Touring with 14 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs somewhat better – achieving up to 791 km, about 102 km more than the VW ID.7 Touring.

ID.7 Touring

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe has a minimal edge – offering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs a bit better – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.7 Touring tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 Touring pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm difference.

CLA Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is distinct lighter – 1695 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers clearly perceptible more room – 605 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.7 Touring barely noticeable takes the win – 465 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is narrowly 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.7 Touring

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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.7 Touring

5 (2 Reviews)
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The VW ID.7 Touring blends sleek, aerodynamic fastback looks with estate practicality, delivering an electric family car that looks grown-up and feels refined. Inside it's calm and spacious with clever storage and modern tech, swallowing suitcases and weekend plans with ease — a sensible, slightly flashy choice for buyers who want electric comfort without giving up practicality.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW ID.7 Touring

Costs and Consumption

Price
39600 - 66800 £
Price
47100 - 54900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
541 - 791 km
Electric Range
584 - 689 km
Battery Capacity
58 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2135 kg
Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
605 L
Length
4723 mm
Length
4961 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1468 mm
Height
1549 - 1551 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1714 L
Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
459 - 465 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
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.