Compare performance (354 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is visibly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,453 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
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 moderately more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.1 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.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is a bit lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers marginally more boot space – 455 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
110 - 170 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
Estate
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Body Type
Coupe
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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
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,800 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
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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