Compare performance (354 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Dacia Duster?
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.
Dacia Duster is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,533 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Duster uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.4 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers clearly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Dacia Duster is noticeably lighter – 1,377 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Dacia Duster offers somewhat more boot space – 517 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries marginally more – 460 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake stands well ahead of its rival 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 Dacia Duster is a straightforward, budget-friendly SUV that prioritizes practicality and value over flashy features. Its rugged styling and simple, roomy interior make it a sensible choice for buyers who want capable everyday transport without paying for extras they won’t use.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
16,300 - 24,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.6 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
107 - 140 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
SUV
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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
1,377 - 1,559 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
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Length
-
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,813 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
402 - 453 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, Full Hybrid, LPG
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, 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
115 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.7 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
190 - 230 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
84 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Dacia
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