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Honda CR-V vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Honda CR-V vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Honda CR-V

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CR-V

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.

Honda CR-V is very slightly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 610 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 690 km more than the Honda CR-V.

CLA Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

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 substantially more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

CR-V

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is marginally lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,821 kg. The difference is around 111 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda CR-V offers markedly more boot space – 617 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

When it comes to payload, the Honda CR-V carries barely more – 475 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 525 - 768 km
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Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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Reviews Honda CR-V

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Henk van der Werf
1 Jun 2026, 20:15:51

The fuel economy you report in your test is, of course, nonsense. This is a plug-in, and so you're being fooled. Of course a CR‑V isn't more economical than an HR‑V. Think!

Roger
23 May 2026, 22:21:51

My 2026 CR‑V hybrid has had no problems. It’s quieter than my previous 2019 RAV4 hybrid. The exterior finish feels more solid across the whole vehicle. It’s less affected by crosswinds. I prefer the CR‑V’s driving. Its only drawback is that it uses just a little more fuel than the RAV4.

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Marek
19 May 2026, 07:08:56

Very comfortable, lots of space, combined fuel consumption about 6 l, reliable, simple to operate, without unnecessary gadgets, very well made, easy to drive, a car for the city and long trips.

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Yvi
18 Mar 2026, 18:55:49

Good car, very comfortable. It still drinks petrol — I do a lot of driving, so the hybrid system only makes itself felt in traffic jams....

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Reviews Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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marco
12 Mar 2026, 18:49:56

A car with unique lines, one of the few sporty estate cars.

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Francesco
18 Sept 2025, 07:57:05

Great car — a tad pricey, but it's always a pleasure to look at and, above all, drive!

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Honda CR-V
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 48,800 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
59 - 152 g/km
co2
0 - 123 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,866 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Honda CR-V offered with different drivetrains?

The Honda CR-V is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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