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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs Peugeot e-408
Selected trim250+ Sport EditionChange trim484 mi · 85 kWh · £45,615
Selected trimAllureChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,265
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz CLA leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Peugeot e-408 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Mercedes-Benz CLA if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.5p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Peugeot e-408 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz CLA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
7.9
Peugeot
5.8
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
9
Peugeot
2.3
Family
Mercedes-Benz
6.5
Peugeot
6.6
Too close to call
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
7.7
Peugeot
0.7
Cost Per MileMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
9.8
Peugeot
3.9
City DrivingPeugeot
Mercedes-Benz
3.9
Peugeot
4.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ Sport Edition | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £45,615 | £34,265 (better) |
| Official range | 484 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Boot space | 405 L | 471 L (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 7.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Mercedes-Benz CLA
Peugeot e-408
Length
Mercedes-Benz CLA4,723mm
Peugeot e-4084,687mm-36mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz CLA1,855mm-4mm
Peugeot e-4081,859mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz CLA1,468mm-10mm
Peugeot e-4081,478mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ Sport Edition | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,723 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,855 mm (better) | 1,859 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,062 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,478 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 545 mm spare (better) | 541 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ Sport Edition | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 405 L | 471 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1545 L |
| Frunk | 101 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz CLA
- A 101 L frunk, one of 7 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 101 L or more.
- 484 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of saloon EVs we track.
- At 4,723 mm, shorter than 85% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
Peugeot e-408
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition |  Peugeot e-408 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.72m | 4.69m-36mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.86m+4mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.47m | 1.48m+10mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.79m-3mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 405L | 471L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1545L |
| Frunk | 101L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.21m | 11.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,806kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 85kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 484 mi (better) | 283 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 320kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £45,615 | £34,265 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £45,615 (not eligible) | £32,765 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Estate |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ Sport Edition | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 484 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 403 miles (better) | 177 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | 320 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 161 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 85 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ Sport Edition | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 7.6 sec |
| Power | 200 kW (better) | 157 kW |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 475 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Mercedes-Benz CLA
250+ Sport Edition
Peugeot e-408
Allure
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users93%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-408 Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ Sport Edition | Peugeot e-408Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
Buying options
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Mercedes-Benz CLA
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Peugeot e-408
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA worth the extra £11,350 over the Peugeot e-408?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA costs £11,350 more than the Peugeot e-408. For that premium it adds 201 miles more WLTP range, 43 kW more power and a 0.9s quicker 0-62mph time. The Peugeot e-408 is not just cheaper - it also offers 66 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz CLA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA or the Peugeot e-408?
The Peugeot e-408 is £11,350 cheaper to buy. The Mercedes-Benz CLA is cheaper to charge, roughly £120 a year versus £176 for the Peugeot e-408, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Peugeot e-408 comes out roughly £11,070 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Mercedes-Benz CLA and Peugeot e-408 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 403 miles for the Mercedes-Benz CLA and 177 miles for the Peugeot e-408 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz CLA goes roughly 226 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz CLA or the Peugeot e-408?
The two are within 4 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 545 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz CLA and about 541 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-408.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .