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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW Polo comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW Polo?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW Polo: 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:
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.
VW Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,378 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
Polo
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 offers substantially more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 195 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 Polo is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 552 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers moderately more boot space – 405 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries barely more – 457 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Coupe 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.
from £39,600
Mercedes CLA Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW Polo
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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 Polo
The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
VW Polo
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
116 - 148 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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,751 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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