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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (625 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
8 Series Convertible
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,618 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
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 8 Series Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.
8 Series Convertible
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a bit lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more boot space – 455 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries marginally more – 460 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly ahead overall 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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BMW 8 Series Convertible
The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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 8 Series Convertible
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 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
525 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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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
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 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
340 - 425 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
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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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
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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