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Honda Civic vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake – Performance, range & efficiency compared
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Honda Civic or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake fits your lifestyle better.
Civic
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Honda Civic has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32500 £, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 37700 £. That’s a price difference of around 5249 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake manages with 2.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 2.30 L per 100 km.
CLA Shooting Brake
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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 significantly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls evident stronger with 500 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm difference.
Civic
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Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Honda Civic is minimal lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers a bit more room – 505 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs somewhat better – up to 1370 L, which is about 150 L more than the Honda Civic.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake clearly perceptible takes the win – 520 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £37,700
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Honda Civic
The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake artfully combines the sleek aesthetics of a coupé with the practicality of an estate. Its interior boasts luxurious materials and cutting-edge technology, providing a sophisticated driving experience. With a focus on style and functionality, this model is designed to appeal to both the modern family and the discerning individual.
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Honda Civic
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32500 - 35500 £
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Price
37700 - 74700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
84 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
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co2
55 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
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Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
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Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
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Length
4560 mm
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Length
4692 - 4695 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Height
1408 mm
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Height
1405 - 1433 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
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Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
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Payload
348 - 397 kg
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Payload
460 - 520 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 HP
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Torque
315 Nm
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 kW
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Honda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?
The Honda Civic is offered with Front-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.