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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Porsche Taycan

Comparing the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA (from $47,250) with the 2027 Porsche Taycan (from $111,900). The CLA offers 374 miles of range while the Taycan offers 318 miles.

Quick Take

Mercedes-Benz CLA wins on price, while Porsche Taycan is quickest off the line.

Mercedes-Benz CLA

2026Sedan

Mercedes-Benz CLA

Best Value

  • Starts at $47,250
  • About $126 per mile of range
  • Up to 374 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Porsche Taycan

2027Sedan

Porsche Taycan

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph as quick as 2.1s
  • Up to 1019 hp
  • Up to 988 lb-ft of torque
  • 180 mph top speed
Price
$47,250 - $49,800
$108,000 - $230,000
Range
312-374 miles
252-318 miles
Horsepower
268-349 hp
402-1019 hp
0-60 mph
4.8-6.6 sec
2.1-4.5 sec
Battery Size
85 kWh
89-105 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
4
Top Speed
130 mph
137-180 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
22 min (10-80%)
18 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
8 hrs (0-100%)
11.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
185.9"
196.4"
Width
73"
77.3"
Height
57.8"
55.6"
Cargo Capacity
14.3 cu ft
14.3 cu ft

Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Porsche Taycan: Which Should You Buy?

The Mercedes-Benz CLA starts at $47,250, undercutting the Porsche Taycan ($108,000) by about $61,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Mercedes-Benz CLA covers up to 374 miles, 56 more than the Porsche Taycan's maximum of 318. At a DC fast charger, the Porsche Taycan goes from 10-80% in about 18 minutes vs 22 for the Mercedes-Benz CLA.

The Mercedes-Benz CLA seats 5 to the Porsche Taycan's 4. The Mercedes-Benz CLA is also 11 inches shorter than the Porsche Taycan, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz CLA if you want the most for your money, or the Porsche Taycan if you want the quickest acceleration.

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