Compare performance (354 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Hongqi E-HS9?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,757 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the Hongqi E-HS9. That’s a difference of about 6.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers visibly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 253 km more than the Hongqi E-HS9.
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 Hongqi E-HS9 offers visibly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 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 Hongqi E-HS9 delivers noticeably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 155 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 995 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers substantially more boot space – 455 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hongqi E-HS9 carries only slightly more – 475 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 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 Hongqi E-HS9 arrives like a modern state limousine rewired into an electric SUV, all imposing chrome, tall presence and an interior that aims to cocoon occupants in luxury. It's serenely quiet and packed with tech, offering a compelling, slightly quirky alternative to established European luxury SUVs for buyers who want drama as much as comfort.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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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
0 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
6 - 7
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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
2,705 - 2,777 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
2,010 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 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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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
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 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
670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Hongqi
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