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BMW i4 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

BMW i4

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48900 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 432 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the BMW i4 with 14.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs evident better – achieving up to 768 km, about 155 km more than the BMW i4.

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 i4 has a clearly edge – offering 601 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 247 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls noticeable stronger with 795 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.

i4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW i4 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 470 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW i4 hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is far 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.

BMW i4
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km

BMW i4

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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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 i4
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
49400 - 62500 £
Price
48900 - 60900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1852 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as 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.