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Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (520 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (51,900 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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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

Stelvio

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Stelvio costs 51,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,132 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

CLA Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offers clearly more power – delivering 520 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alfa Romeo Stelvio delivers a bit more torque with 600 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

Stelvio

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is very slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,820 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio offers a bit more boot space – 525 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio carries clearly more – 590 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is far ahead overall 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 £51,900
Stelvio

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 210 - 520 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6 - 11.8 L/100km
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio combines Italian artistry with sporty performance, making it a standout in the SUV market. Its dynamic design captures the essence of elegance and agility, while the interior offers a driver-focused experience that enhances every journey. With a perfect blend of luxury and power, the Stelvio is ideal for those seeking both style and substance on the road.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake turns estate practicality into runway-ready style with a swooping roofline and coupe-like silhouette that makes even mundane errands feel a little more glamorous. Inside it pairs clever packaging with premium flair, so you get useful load space and a grown-up cabin — ideal if you want a car that looks like a showroom trophy but still handles the weekly shop without sulking.

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,900 - 93,300 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 267 g/km
co2
0 - 123 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,820 - 1,925 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,903 - 1,955 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 590 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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
210 - 520 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
470 - 600 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
154 - 382 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

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