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BMW iX2 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX2 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

BMW iX2 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

BMW iX2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX2

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 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the BMW iX2 costs 43,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,904 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.4 kWh/100km for the BMW iX2. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 256 km more than the BMW iX2.

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 offers a bit more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the BMW iX2 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers marginally more torque with 515 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 21 Nm more.

iX2

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,960 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX2 offers moderately more boot space – 525 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX2 carries very slightly more – 510 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake stands well ahead of its rival 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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CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type : Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 525 - 768 km
BMW iX2
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX2

The BMW iX2 cuts a sporty silhouette and delivers the buttoned-up premium feel you expect from the brand, wrapped in a compact electric package that’s easy to live with. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want engaging city driving, clever cabin tech and a touch of eco-conscious flair without giving up the fun behind the wheel.

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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 iX2
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,700 - 55,600 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
476 - 512 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 123 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,960 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 510 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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