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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake – Which car suits you better?

Two cars, one duel: Ford Mustang Mach-E meets Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Mustang Mach-E @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48400 £. That’s a price difference of around 10694 £.

As for range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs significantly better – achieving up to 600 km, about 516 km more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

CLA Shooting Brake @ Mercedes-Benz Group Media

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 Ford Mustang Mach-E has a a bit edge – offering 487 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Mach-E pulls decisively stronger with 950 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm difference.

Mustang Mach-E @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is decisively lighter – 1530 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 631 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers barely noticeable more room – 519 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1420 L, which is about 50 L more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake slightly takes the win – 520 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Mustang Mach-E shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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from about £48,400
Mustang Mach-E @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 21 kWh
  • Electric Range : 470 - 600 km

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Mustang Mach-E
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mustang Mach-E @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center
CLA Shooting Brake @ Mercedes-Benz Group Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
48400 - 66900 £
Price
37700 - 74700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
84 km
Battery Capacity
73 - 91 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
55 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2161 - 2351 kg
Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
Length
4713 - 4743 mm
Length
4692 - 4695 mm
Width
1881 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Height
1613 - 1624 mm
Height
1405 - 1433 mm
Max trunk capacity
1345 - 1420 L
Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
460 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Mustang Mach-E?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.