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Porsche Cayman vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayman or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Porsche Cayman vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Porsche Cayman

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

Cayman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 96,392 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 8.1 L/100km.

CLA Coupe

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 Porsche Cayman offers noticeably more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers moderately more torque with 515 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is moderately lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 405 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 221 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Coupe carries clearly more – 455 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 174 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe is decisively 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.

from £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • 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 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Porsche Cayman
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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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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Porsche Cayman
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
136,000 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
295 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
184 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,456 mm
Length
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Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
281 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
315 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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