Compare performance (530 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe 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.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 4 Series Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,254 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries marginally more – 460 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Coupe has the upper hand 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 BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
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Price
48,900 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
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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/100km
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Electric Range
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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
126 - 226 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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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
2
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
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Curb weight
2,075 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
184 - 530 HP
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 - 700 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
135 - 390 kW
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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