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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54400 £. That’s a price difference of around 16694 £.
As for range, the Audi Q6 e-tron performs significantly better – achieving up to 656 km, about 572 km more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.
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 Q6 e-tron has a a bit edge – offering 490 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Audi Q6 e-tron takes 4.40 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs to a small extent better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Audi Q6 e-tron tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q6 e-tron pulls convincingly stronger with 855 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
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In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is convincingly lighter – 1530 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 670 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers minimal more room – 526 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q6 e-tron performs a bit better – up to 1529 L, which is about 159 L more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q6 e-tron minimal takes the win – 540 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
The Audi Q6 e-tron proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q6 e-tron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Audi Q6 e-tron balances sleek, coupe-like styling with a roomy, upscale interior that feels modern without being showy. It delivers refined electric performance and smart tech that make daily driving effortless — the sort of EV that might make petrolheads grudgingly admit they fancy the future.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54400 - 91900 £
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Price
37700 - 74700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
482 - 656 km
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Electric Range
84 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
55 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
2200 - 2425 kg
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Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
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Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
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Length
4771 mm
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Length
4692 - 4695 mm
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Width
1939 - 1965 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Height
1665 - 1685 mm
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Height
1405 - 1433 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1361 - 1529 L
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Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
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Payload
540 kg
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Payload
460 - 520 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
252 - 490 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
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Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
450 - 855 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
185 - 360 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.