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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (340 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Explorer EV
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Explorer EV has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14739 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Ford Explorer EV with 14.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 768 km, about 166 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a slight edge – offering 354 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.30 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls noticeable stronger with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm difference.
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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 curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is slight lighter – 1908 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 167 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely noticeable more room – 455 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.
When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV noticeable takes the win – 585 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Explorer EV proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £34,200
Ford Explorer EV
Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Ford Explorer EV
5 (2 Reviews)
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
5 (1 Reviews)
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 |
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
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Electric Range
360 - 602 km
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
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Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4468 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1871 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1630 - 1639 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
561 - 585 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
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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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drive types are available for the Ford Explorer EV?
The Ford Explorer EV is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.