Compare performance (171 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – GWM ORA 03 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.
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.
GWM ORA 03 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,390 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.5 kWh/100km for the GWM ORA 03. That’s a difference of about 3.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 348 km more than the GWM ORA 03.
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 significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.
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, GWM ORA 03 is only slightly lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 227 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries markedly more – 460 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake stands well ahead of its rival 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 ORA 03 is a cheeky, design-led electric compact that pairs bold looks with a surprisingly practical interior, giving buyers a fresh alternative to the usual sober choices. It’s easy to live with day-to-day thanks to clever packaging, modern tech and city-friendly manners, so shoppers after an affordable EV with personality should put the ORA 03 on their shortlist.
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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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
33,400 - 42,400 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
310 - 420 km
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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
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 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
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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
228 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
315 - 355 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, Full Hybrid
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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, 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
171 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
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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
250 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
126 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
GWM
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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