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BMW iX1 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (313 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (41800 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

BMW iX1

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

iX1

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.

BMW iX1 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7111 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the BMW iX1 with 15.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 768 km, about 305 km more than the BMW iX1.

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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a to a small extent edge – offering 354 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.60 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls minimal stronger with 515 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm difference.

iX1

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, BMW iX1 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW iX1 offers minimal more room – 490 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX1 minimal takes the win – 495 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £48,900
CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 354 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 13.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 742 - 768 km
BMW iX1
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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BMW iX1

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 iX1
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
41800 - 54600 £
Price
48900 - 60900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Electric Range
436 - 463 km
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
64.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1940 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4500 mm
Length
-
Width
1845 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1616 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
495 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022 - 2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the BMW iX1 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX1 is available as Front-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.