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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs BMW 4 Series Coupe comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 45,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or BMW 4 Series Coupe?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs BMW 4 Series Coupe: 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.
CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 4 Series Coupe is only slightly cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,254 £.
4 Series Coupe
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 BMW 4 Series Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.
CLA Shooting Brake
Space and Everyday Use:
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 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 475 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries marginally more – 460 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 4 Series Coupe comes out modestly 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.
from £45,700
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
BMW 4 Series Coupe
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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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
48,900 - 60,900 £
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Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 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
742 - 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 g/km
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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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
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
2,075 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
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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
355 - 415 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Power HP
184 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Power kW
135 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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