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Ford Focus vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (280 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (27,500 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Focus or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Ford Focus 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.
Focus
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Ford Focus is significantly cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,296 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Focus uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 noticeably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers a bit more torque with 515 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.
Focus
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, Ford Focus is noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries somewhat more – 560 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake holds a solid 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Ford Focus
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Ford Focus
The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.
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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 Focus
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 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
-
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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
117 - 183 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,330 - 1,529 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
392 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
495 - 560 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, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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
115 - 280 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
170 - 420 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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