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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • barely more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • barely 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

Explorer EV

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Explorer EV is a bit cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,610 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slightly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Ford Explorer EV. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 166 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.

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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers markedly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 286 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers barely more boot space – 472 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries visibly more – 585 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV holds a slight edge 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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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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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 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
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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