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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (320 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (32700 £ vs 48900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
A Class Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes A Class Saloon has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16218 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs clearly better – achieving up to 768 km, about 680 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.
CLA Shooting Brake
Engine and Performance:
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 has a minimal edge – offering 354 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls slightly stronger with 515 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm difference.
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A Class Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
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 curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is decisively lighter – 1450 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers slightly more room – 455 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class Saloon hardly perceptible takes the win – 490 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
Mercedes A Class Saloon
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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from about £48,900
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes A Class Saloon
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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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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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Mercedes A Class Saloon
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
32700 - 55900 £
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L
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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
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
12.90 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
1450 - 1705 kg
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Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4558 - 4570 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1796 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1413 - 1429 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
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2026
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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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What drive types are available for the Mercedes A Class Saloon?
The Mercedes A Class Saloon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.