Compare performance (472 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (46,300 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Mercedes A Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes A Class is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 46,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,770 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes A Class with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 28 km more than the Mercedes A Class.
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 CLE Coupe offers somewhat more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is very slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes A Class tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers slightly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes A Class offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is markedly lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers moderately more boot space – 420 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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 CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.
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The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
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Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
113 km
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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co2
49 - 215 g/km
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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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
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
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Length
4,428 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
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Height
1,423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
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Payload
405 - 475 kg
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
225 km/h
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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