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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (551 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (53,800 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback 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 e-tron Sportback
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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,018 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is very slightly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 13.7 kWh/100km for the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 14 km more than the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback.
CLA Shooting Brake
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers noticeably more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback delivers clearly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.
A6 e-tron Sportback
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 markedly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers barely more boot space – 502 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback carries marginally more – 500 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is decisively 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 £53,800
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback wraps futuristic electric technology in elegant, coupe-like proportions, so you arrive looking sharp without shouting for attention. Inside, refined materials and a calm, driver-focused layout make it a convincing choice for buyers who want quiet, effortless performance with a dash of everyday practicality — the kind of car that raises eyebrows without saying a word.
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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 e-tron Sportback
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
53,800 - 98,700 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
572 - 754 km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,175 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,465 - 1,487 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,330 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-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
326 - 551 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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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