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McLaren GT Series vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (635 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (175,700 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren GT Series or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
McLaren GT Series 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.
GT Series
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 134,904 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 6.9 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 McLaren GT Series offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 281 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers moderately more torque with 630 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 115 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 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren GT Series is somewhat lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers very slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
McLaren GT Series
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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McLaren GT Series
The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.
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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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McLaren GT Series
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
175,700 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 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
270 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
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,520 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
2,045 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
-
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
635 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 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
630 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
467 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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