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Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (79,200 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar I-Pace or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Jaguar I-Pace vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • noticeably 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

I-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,390 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 25.2 kWh/100km for the Jaguar I-Pace. That’s a difference of about 12.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 299 km more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

CLA Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

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 Jaguar I-Pace offers a bit more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar I-Pace is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers noticeably more torque with 696 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 181 Nm more.

I-Pace

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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 516 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers visibly more boot space – 638 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries very slightly more – 460 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £40,800
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
Jaguar I-Pace
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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Jaguar I-Pace
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 123 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4,682 mm
Length
-
Width
2,011 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
444 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
696 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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