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BMW X5 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (625 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (77,100 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X5 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
BMW X5 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
X5
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the BMW X5 costs 77,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,247 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X5 uses 3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 663 km more than the BMW X5.
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 X5 offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X5 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm more.
X5
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X5 offers noticeably more boot space – 650 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 195 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X5 carries visibly more – 705 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW X5 is clearly superior 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.
from £77,100
BMW X5
BMW X5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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BMW X5
The BMW X5 blends athletic handling with a roomy, premium interior, feeling equally at home on twisty country roads and the school-run car park. Its executive-lounge cabin and confident road presence make it a tempting choice for buyers who want comfort, capability and just a little bit of bragging rights.
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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 X5
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
77,100 - 143,500 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3 - 12.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
105 km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
68 - 289 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,240 - 2,495 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 650 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
2,004 - 2,015 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
565 - 705 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
298 - 625 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
219 - 460 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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