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Audi A3 Limousine vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (400 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (27700 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
A3 Limousine
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi A3 Limousine has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21254 £.
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 Audi A3 Limousine has a to a small extent edge – offering 400 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 515 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm difference.
A3 Limousine
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 curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is clearly lighter – 1360 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 715 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely noticeable more room – 455 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Limousine barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A3 Limousine 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.
Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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from about £27,700
Audi A3 Limousine
Audi A3 Limousine
The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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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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Audi A3 Limousine
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27700 - 58300 £
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
115 - 208 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1360 - 1640 kg
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Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
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Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
415 - 480 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Is the Audi A3 Limousine offered with different drivetrains?
The Audi A3 Limousine is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.