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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake – Which model is better for everyday use?
4 Series Gran Coupe
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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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 7951 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake manages with 2.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
CLA Shooting Brake
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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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 421 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 650 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
4 Series Gran Coupe
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Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a bit lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely noticeable more room – 505 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs minimal better – up to 1370 L, which is about 80 L more than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake barely noticeable takes the win – 520 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
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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 Gran Coupe
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
45700 - 68000 £
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Price
37700 - 74700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
84 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
55 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1695 - 1935 kg
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Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
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Length
4783 mm
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Length
4692 - 4695 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Height
1442 mm
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Height
1405 - 1433 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
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Payload
480 kg
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Payload
460 - 520 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
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
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Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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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
D, E, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe have?
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is offered with 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.