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Mercedes B Class vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (238 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (33,100 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes B Class or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
Mercedes B Class 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.
B Class
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes B Class is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,681 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes B Class with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 115 Nm more.
B Class
Space and Everyday Use:
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 B Class is markedly lighter – 1,405 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 455 L of storage.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes B Class carries somewhat more – 550 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly superior 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes B Class
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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Mercedes B Class
The Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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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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Mercedes B Class
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
33,100 - 52,500 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.9 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
133 - 156 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
MPV
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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
1,405 - 1,565 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 455 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,796 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
515 - 550 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
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
116 - 238 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 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
200 - 400 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
85 - 175 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 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
D, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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