Compare performance (700 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (213,000 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Coupe 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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 172,190 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe uses 4.6 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 735 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe.
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 McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 720 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.
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 Supercar Series Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 212 kg.
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.
The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.
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
213,000 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 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
33 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
104 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
1,498 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,913 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
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
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
700 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 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
720 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
515 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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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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