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Audi Q5 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (367 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (44800 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Q5
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Audi Q5 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4111 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs convincingly better – achieving 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 has a slight edge – offering 367 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q5 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 550 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, Audi Q5 is minimal lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers to a small extent more room – 520 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q5 somewhat takes the win – 565 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake 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.
Audi Q5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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from about £48,900
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Audi Q5
4.3 (4 Reviews)
The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
5 (1 Reviews)
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
44800 - 78900 £
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
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Electric Range
92 - 100 km
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Electric Range
742 - 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 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
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Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
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Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4717 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1647 - 1656 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1388 - 1473 L
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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
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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
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 367 HP
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
340 - 550 Nm
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?
The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.