Compare performance (843 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (93,300 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi e-tron GT or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Audi e-tron GT costs 93,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,532 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.9 kWh/100km for the Audi e-tron GT. That’s a difference of about 5.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 151 km more than the Audi e-tron GT.
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 e-tron GT offers substantially more power – delivering 843 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 489 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi e-tron GT is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi e-tron GT delivers considerably more torque with 1,027 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 512 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,355 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers somewhat more boot space – 455 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi e-tron GT carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is barely 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.
The Audi e-tron GT is a striking electric grand tourer that blends dramatic, low-slung styling with the hushed refinement of a luxury saloon. Behind the beautiful skin you'll find a driver-focused cabin and brisk, silent performance that makes daily commutes feel like auditioning for a weekend road trip — and yes, it manages to be both serious and a little bit smug about it.
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
93,300 - 137,600 £
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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
17.9 - 19 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
582 - 617 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
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
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,355 - 2,395 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 - 405 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,964 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
455 - 485 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
503 - 843 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 4.2 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
625 - 1,027 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
370 - 620 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
2,024 - 2,025
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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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