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Lexus LC Convertible vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (117,300 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Convertible or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Lexus LC Convertible vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Lexus LC Convertible

  • visibly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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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

LC Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Lexus LC Convertible costs 117,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76,532 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LC Convertible with 11.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.7 L/100km.

CLA Shooting Brake

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 Lexus LC Convertible offers visibly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Convertible is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Convertible delivers marginally more torque with 530 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,110 kg. The difference is around 400 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers substantially more boot space – 455 L compared to 149 L. That’s a difference of about 306 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries noticeably more – 460 kg compared to 340 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far ahead overall 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
Lexus LC Convertible
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus LC Convertible

The Lexus LC Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that turns dramatic coupe styling into a luxurious open-top experience, delivering silk-smooth refinement whether you’re gliding along coastal roads or parked under city lights. It’s aimed at buyers who crave show-stopping looks and cosseting comfort over track-day aggression, marrying plush materials and effortless pace with just enough theatrical flair to make every arrival feel like an event.

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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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Lexus LC Convertible
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
117,300 - 121,300 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
275 g/km
co2
0 - 123 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
149 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,350 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
530 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

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