Compare performance (653 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,278 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 6.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 208 km more than the NIO ET7.
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 NIO ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 335 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 739 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers moderately more boot space – 405 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Coupe is slightly 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.
The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
detailsThe 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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Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Electric Range
542 - 792 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 120 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
Sedan
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
5,101 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,987 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,509 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
446 - 466 kg
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
653 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
850 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
480 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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