Compare performance (150 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus 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 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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is markedly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,690 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers noticeably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 125 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 628 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more boot space – 455 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries substantially more – 1,162 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 702 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far ahead overall 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 Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.
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
50,500 - 52,900 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 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
245 - 248 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
9
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,059 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
2,530 - 2,533 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
1,115 - 1,162 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
130 - 150 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
360 - 390 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 - 110 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,996 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
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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