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Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (367 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Audi A6 Avant vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
A6 Avant
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,904 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Avant uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 667 km more than the Audi A6 Avant.
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 Audi A6 Avant offers marginally more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers slightly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.
A6 Avant
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is barely lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Avant offers very slightly more boot space – 503 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Avant carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A6 Avant comes out modestly ahead 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 £49,700
Audi A6 Avant
Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Audi A6 Avant
The Audi A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.
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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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Audi A6 Avant
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
94 - 101 km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 170 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 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
Estate
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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
1,865 - 2,240 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,875 mm
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Width
1,855 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
535 - 570 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 MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
340 - 580 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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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
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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