Compare performance (551 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (53800 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Sportback or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48900 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback costs 53800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4889 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback with 13.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 768 km, about 14 km more than the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback.
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 has a evident edge – offering 551 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A6 e-tron Sportback pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 855 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm difference.
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, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slight lighter – 2075 kg compared to 2175 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Sportback offers hardly perceptible more room – 502 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A6 e-tron Sportback hardly perceptible takes the win – 500 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
53800 - 98700 £
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
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Electric Range
572 - 754 km
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Electric Range
742 - 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 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
2175 - 2400 kg
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Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4928 mm
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Length
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Width
1923 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1465 - 1487 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1330 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
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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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
326 - 551 HP
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 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
335 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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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
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Audi A6 e-tron Sportback is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.