Mercedes CLA Coupe alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mercedes CLA Coupe, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mercedes CLA Coupe and are good next research steps.

from £32,700

Mercedes A Class Saloon

Price 32,700 - 55,900 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 320 HP
Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Electric Range 88 km
Battery Capacity 12.9 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.8 - 9.9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Max Speed 206 - 250 km/h
Torque 200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Doors 4
Model A-Klasse
Modell A 250 e Limousine, A 180 Limousine, A 180 d Limousine, A 35 AMG Limousine, A 200 Limousine, A 220 Limousine, A 250 Limousine, A 200 d Limousine, A 220 d Limousine
CO2 Efficiency Class B, D, G, E
Trim Level 8G-DCT, Advanced 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 8G-DCT, 7G-DCT, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, Special Edition 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 7G-DCT, 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 8G-DCT, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G
Power kW 85 - 235 kW
co2 16 - 184 g/km
Engine capacity 1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Curb weight 1,450 - 1,705 kg
Fuel tank capacity 35 - 51 L
Trunk capacity 345 - 395 L
Length 4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width 1,796 mm
Height 1,413 - 1,429 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 475 - 490 kg

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Mercedes A Class Saloon as a suitable alternative to Mercedes CLA Coupe

Deciding between the Mercedes A‑Class Saloon and the Mercedes CLA Coupe comes down to choosing practicality versus presence. The A‑Class Saloon delivers compact comfort and everyday usability, while the CLA Coupe prioritises dramatic styling and a sportier driving character.

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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marginally more power
clearly more electric range
barely more trunk space
clearly cheaper
substantially more efficient
marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
somewhat lighter

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from £57,600

Mercedes EQE

Price 57,600 - 94,900 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 265 - 625 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range 502 - 691 km
Battery Capacity 90.5 - 96 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.5 - 6.9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Max Speed 210 - 220 km/h
Torque 550 - 950 Nm
Doors 4
Model EQE
Modell EQE 53 AMG, EQE 300, EQE 350+, EQE 350, EQE 500
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level 4MATIC+, Electric Art, AMG Line, Edition Electric Art, Edition AMG Line, Electric Art 4MATIC, AMG Line 4MATIC, Edition Electric Art 4MATIC, Edition AMG Line 4MATIC
Power kW 195 - 460 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,375 - 2,540 kg
Trunk capacity 430 L
Length 4,946 - 4,964 mm
Width 1,961 mm
Height 1,492 - 1,510 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 545 - 600 kg

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Mercedes EQE as a suitable alternative to Mercedes CLA Coupe

Choosing between the Mercedes CLA Coupe and the Mercedes EQE means deciding if you want a compact, stylish, driver-focused coupe-sedan or a larger, tech-forward, all-electric executive saloon. The CLA emphasizes sporty design and agility, while the EQE delivers electric range, quiet refinement and advanced infotainment and safety technology.

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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significantly cheaper
markedly more efficient
somewhat more electric range
substantially lighter
clearly more power
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
marginally more trunk space

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from £49,900

BMW i4

Price 49,900 - 63,200 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 286 - 601 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range 514 - 613 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.7 - 6 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 400 - 795 Nm
Model i4
Modell i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 xDrive40, i4 M60
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level M Sportpaket, M Sportpaket Pro
Power kW 210 - 442 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,070 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity 470 L
Width 1,852 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 445 - 480 kg
Variant M Performance

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noticeably cheaper
a bit more efficient
clearly more electric range
clearly lighter
considerably more power
markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately more trunk space

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from £41,100

BYD Seal

Price 41,100 - 46,300 £
Body Type Sedan
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 231 - 530 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range 460 - 570 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.8 - 7.5 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 360 - 670 Nm
Model Seal
Modell Seal
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Comfort, Design, Excellence AWD
Power kW 170 - 390 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 1,907 - 2,185 kg
Width 1,875 mm
Brand BYD
Payload 446 - 473 kg

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very slightly cheaper
clearly more efficient
visibly more electric range
a bit lighter
clearly more power
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £45,900

Mercedes EQB

Price 45,900 - 58,900 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 190 - 292 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range 468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity 70.5 kWh
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.2 - 8.9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Max Speed 160 km/h
Torque 385 - 520 Nm
Doors 5
Model EQB
Modell EQB 250+, EQB 350, EQB 300
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level AMG Line Advanced, Electric Art Advanced Plus, Progressive, Progressive Advanced , Progressive Advanced Plus, Progressive 4MATIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus, AMG Line Premium, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC, Electric Art Advanced Plus 4MATIC, Progressive Advanced 4MATIC, Progressive Advanced Plus 4MATIC
Power kW 140 - 215 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity 495 L
Length 4,684 mm
Width 1,834 mm
Height 1,654 - 1,689 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity 1,710 L
Payload 435 kg

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somewhat cheaper
slightly more power
markedly more efficient
clearly more electric range
visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
clearly lighter
somewhat more trunk space

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from £54,300

BMW iX3

Price 54,300 - 66,300 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 320 - 469 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range 635 - 805 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 5.9 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 500 - 645 Nm
Model iX3
Modell iX3 50, iX3 40
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level xDrive, M Sportpaket xDrive, M Sportpaket Pro xDrive, M Sportpaket, M Sportpaket Pro
Power kW 235 - 345 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,360 kg
Width 1,895 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 465 kg

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Quick data check: BMW iX3

visibly cheaper
moderately more efficient
clearly lighter
markedly more power
only slightly more electric range

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Direct comparisons

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

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