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BYD Seal vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Seal or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
BYD Seal 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.
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the BYD Seal costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 324 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the BYD Seal. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers visibly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 198 km more than the BYD Seal.
CLA Shooting Brake
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Seal offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Seal is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Seal delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.
Seal
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 slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,907 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.
When it comes to payload, the BYD Seal carries only slightly more – 473 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BYD Seal 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.
from £41,100
BYD Seal
BYD Seal
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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BYD Seal
The BYD Seal is a sleek, fastback-style electric sedan that blends sporty design with a comfortable, tech-forward cabin. It delivers an engaging driving feel, impressive real-world range and strong value, making it a compelling choice for buyers who want a modern EV sedan.
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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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BYD Seal
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,100 - 46,300 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
460 - 570 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
0 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
Sedan
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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
1,907 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,875 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
446 - 473 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 530 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.5 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
360 - 670 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
170 - 390 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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