Compare performance (136 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LBX 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.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Lexus LBX is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,533 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
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 considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 218 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 Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.
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, Lexus LBX is markedly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus LBX carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 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 Lexus LBX wraps premium touches and a surprisingly spacious cabin into a compact crossover that’s perfectly at home in town or heading out on longer drives. It wears the badge with quiet confidence, serving up a refined ride and clever packaging for buyers who want Lexus polish without shouting for attention.
detailsThe 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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Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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
102 - 110 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
SUV
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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
1,280 - 1,365 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
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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 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
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 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
185 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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