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Kia EV6 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (609 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Kia EV6 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • moderately 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

EV6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV6 is marginally cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,248 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV6. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 186 km more than the Kia EV6.

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 Kia EV6 offers significantly more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers visibly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

EV6

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 moderately lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries barely more – 460 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 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.

from £38,600
EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 428 - 582 km
Kia EV6
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV6

The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.

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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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Kia EV6
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
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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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
440 - 450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 609 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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