Compare performance (530 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
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.
BMW 4 Series Coupe has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3254 £.
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 has a distinct edge – offering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Coupe pulls distinct stronger with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is noticeable lighter – 1600 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers slight more room – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake minimal takes the win – 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.
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Price
45700 - 92700 £
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 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
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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
1600 - 1895 kg
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Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4768 - 4770 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1852 - 1887 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1383 - 1393 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
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2026
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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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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.