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BMW i5 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (60200 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

BMW i5

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48900 £ , while the BMW i5 costs 60200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11232 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BMW i5 with 14.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs a bit better – achieving up to 768 km, about 141 km more than the BMW i5.

CLA Shooting Brake

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 BMW i5 has a significantly 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 i5 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i5 pulls distinct stronger with 820 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm difference.

i5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is minimal lighter – 2075 kg compared to 2195 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i5 offers slight more room – 490 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW i5 a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 is decisively ahead 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 i5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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BMW i5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 17.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 540 - 627 km

BMW i5

The BMW i5 swaps predictable executive-car manners for a confident electric vibe, marrying refined comfort with surprisingly engaging steering. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t feel dull, offering the kind of clean, premium experience that makes commuting feel like a small indulgence.

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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 i5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
60200 - 85300 £
Price
48900 - 60900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Electric Range
540 - 627 km
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
81.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2195 - 2370 kg
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
5060 mm
Length
-
Width
1900 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1505 - 1515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 545 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
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
193 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW i5?

The BMW i5 is offered with 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.