Compare performance (186 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback 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.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda 3 Hatchback is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,790 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 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 clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.
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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is markedly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 293 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more boot space – 455 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
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.
The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 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
126 - 146 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
Hatchback
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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
1,417 - 1,529 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 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
487 - 502 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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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
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 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
238 - 240 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
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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