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BMW iX3 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (469 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (59100 £ vs 37700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

BMW iX3

5 (1 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

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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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the BMW iX3 costs 59100 £. That’s a price difference of around 21323 £.

As for range, the BMW iX3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 805 km, about 721 km more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

CLA Shooting Brake @ Mercedes-Benz Group Media

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 iX3 has a slightly edge – offering 469 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 48 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 4.10 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW iX3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW iX3 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 645 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is convincingly lighter – 1530 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 830 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW iX3 offers hardly perceptible more room – 520 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX3 performs noticeable better – up to 1750 L, which is about 380 L more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake somewhat takes the win – 520 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW iX3 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 £59,100
iX3 @ BMW Group Press

BMW iX3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 469 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 805 km
BMW iX3
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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BMW iX3

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The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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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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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Costs and Consumption

Price
59100 - 64600 £
Price
37700 - 74700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
805 km
Electric Range
84 km
Battery Capacity
108.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
55 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2360 kg
Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
Trunk capacity
520 L
Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
Length
4782 mm
Length
4692 - 4695 mm
Width
1895 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1405 - 1433 mm
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
460 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
469 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Torque
645 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
345 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the BMW iX3?

The BMW iX3 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.