Compare performance (354 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (39600 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or VW Tiguan?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Tiguan has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6336 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Coupe with 4.90 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe performs clearly better – achieving up to 791 km, about 665 km more than the VW Tiguan.
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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 354 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the VW Tiguan performs a bit better – reaching 242 km/h, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Coupe pulls evident stronger with 515 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm difference.
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, VW Tiguan is minimal lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers noticeable more room – 652 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 247 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan somewhat takes the win – 533 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.
The VW Tiguan has the upper hand 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 Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
39600 - 66800 £
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Price
33300 - 51900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
541 - 791 km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
58 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1599 - 1890 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
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Length
4723 mm
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Length
4539 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1842 - 1859 mm
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Height
1468 mm
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Height
1656 - 1658 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
460 - 533 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
130 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
220 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
96 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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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
G, D, E, F, B
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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.