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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW T-Roc comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 26,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW T-Roc?

Mercedes CLA Coupe vs VW T-Roc: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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VW T-Roc

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CLA Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW T-Roc is significantly cheaper – starting at 26,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,198 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

T-Roc

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 515 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 265 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 T-Roc is slightly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 405 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW T-Roc carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is far ahead overall 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
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/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 542 - 791 km
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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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Reviews Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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marco
12 Mar 2026, 18:44:45

A car with a unique line — the shooting brake finally gets a sporty rear and a roomy trunk.

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Dejf
18 Dec 2025, 14:59:40

Nice efficient car. Like it

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VW T-Roc

The Volkswagen T‑Roc is a stylish, well-proportioned crossover that blends hatchback agility with SUV presence. It delivers a comfortable cabin, user-friendly tech and a composed ride, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want practicality with a bit of character.

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Ester
17 Sept 2025, 14:29:41

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Mercedes CLA Coupe
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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
Price
26,400 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
542 - 791 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,811 - 1,828 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Coupe have?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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