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Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (268 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (35,500 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alfa Romeo Tonale or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Alfa Romeo Tonale vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Alfa Romeo Tonale

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  • slightly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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  • noticeably more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Tonale

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alfa Romeo Tonale is slightly cheaper – starting at 35,500 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,325 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Alfa Romeo Tonale uses 3.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 706 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

CLA Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 268 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 10.9 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers visibly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.

Tonale

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, Alfa Romeo Tonale is only slightly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Tonale offers only slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Tonale carries slightly more – 535 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • 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 : 5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 525 - 768 km
Alfa Romeo Tonale
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Dimensions and Body

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Alfa Romeo Tonale

The Alfa Romeo Tonale embodies the brand's timeless elegance and sporty DNA, captivating drivers with its bold design and dynamic presence on the road. Inside, the Tonale impresses with a perfect blend of luxury and cutting-edge technology, offering a sophisticated driving experience that remains true to the Alfa Romeo spirit. With its agile performance and distinctive character, the Tonale stands out in the competitive SUV market, appealing to those who seek both style and substance.

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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 Tonale
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,500 - 53,200 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
77 - 138 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
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 535 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

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