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Audi Q5 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (367 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Audi Q5 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.
Q5
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is somewhat cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,561 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q5 uses 2.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers substantially more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 668 km more than the Audi Q5.
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 Q5 offers only slightly 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 Q5 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q5 delivers somewhat more torque with 580 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.
Q5
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 somewhat lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,910 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q5 offers moderately more boot space – 520 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q5 carries slightly more – 565 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Audi Q5 is slightly 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 £46,400
Audi Q5
Audi Q5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Audi Q5
The Audi Q5 is a refined compact luxury SUV that blends a plush, well-appointed interior with confident, composed handling suited to everyday driving. It’s a strong choice if you want a comfortable, technology-rich cabin and a practical, upscale package that feels polished on both city streets and longer trips.
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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 Q5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 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
92 - 100 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
56 - 189 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
SUV
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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
1,910 - 2,245 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 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
490 - 565 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-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
4.5 - 8.6 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
B, E, F, G
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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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