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Subaru Impreza vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (30,300 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Impreza or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Subaru Impreza vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

Impreza

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Impreza is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Coupe costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

CLA Coupe

Engine and Performance:

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 CLA Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 218 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 Subaru Impreza takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 515 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 333 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Impreza is barely lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 405 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries somewhat more – 526 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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
Subaru Impreza
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Subaru Impreza

The Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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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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Subaru Impreza
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.3 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
166 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,780 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
501 - 526 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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