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Lexus RX vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (371 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Lexus RX vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
RX
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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,490 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 701 km more than the Lexus RX.
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 RX offers only slightly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers barely more torque with 551 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 36 Nm more.
RX
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers barely more boot space – 461 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries clearly more – 620 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is decisively ahead 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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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Lexus RX
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Lexus RX
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
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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 RX
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 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
67 km
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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
75 - 183 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
2,040 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 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
575 - 620 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin 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
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 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
551 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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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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