Compare performance (320 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes A Class Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,218 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 680 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.
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 only slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers a bit more torque with 515 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 65 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers moderately more boot space – 455 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 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 Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.
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
32,700 - 55,900 £
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Price
48,900 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption 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
88 km
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
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Curb weight
2,075 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,796 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 490 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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