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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared

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?

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe

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.

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 £.

CLA Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

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.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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from about £45,700
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 10 L

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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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.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 92700 £
Price
48900 - 60900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1600 - 1895 kg
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4768 - 4770 mm
Length
-
Width
1852 - 1887 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1383 - 1393 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-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.