Compare performance (141 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 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.
Mazda CX-5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,819 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 213 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 277 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, Mazda CX-5 is barely lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers marginally more boot space – 466 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries noticeably more – 601 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 141 kg.
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.
The Mazda CX-5 blends sporty handling with a refined, premium interior, making everyday driving feel engaging and comfortable. It pairs stylish design and thoughtful cabin materials with user-friendly tech to deliver a well-rounded compact SUV that suits drivers who want more driver involvement without sacrificing practicality.
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
30,000 - 39,500 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 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
157 - 169 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
1,629 - 1,671 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,860 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
566 - 601 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
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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
141 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 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
238 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
104 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2,488 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
F
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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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