Compare performance (130 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat Tipo Wagon is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,819 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Wagon uses 4.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers markedly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.
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, Fiat Tipo Wagon is slightly lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers slightly more boot space – 550 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.
When it comes to payload, the Fiat Tipo Wagon carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 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
-
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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
122 - 125 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
550 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,571 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,792 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,514 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 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
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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