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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs MG MGS5 EV comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or MG MGS5 EV?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs MG MGS5 EV: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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MG MGS5 EV

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MG MGS5 EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,248 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is markedly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the MG MGS5 EV. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 288 km more than the MG MGS5 EV.

MGS5 EV

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers visibly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 123 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 MG MGS5 EV takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers noticeably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 165 Nm more.

CLA Shooting Brake

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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,710 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely more boot space – 455 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries a bit more – 460 kg compared to 395 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £40,800
CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 525 - 768 km
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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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Reviews Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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marco
12 Mar 2026, 18:49:56

A car with unique lines, one of the few sporty estate cars.

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Francesco
18 Sept 2025, 07:57:05

Great car — a tad pricey, but it's always a pleasure to look at and, above all, drive!

MG MGS5 EV

The MG5 EV stands out as one of the few fully electric estate cars available in today's market. Known for its practicality, it offers ample space and a smooth driving experience, perfect for families looking to transition to an electric vehicle without compromising on roominess or comfort. Its sleek design and competitive pricing make it an attractive choice for eco-conscious drivers who value both style and sustainability.

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David Jenkins
2 Feb 2026, 20:44:49

MG Brand clearly not as it once was, Chinese owned swamping the SUV market with cheap affordable SUV's, but low reliability rating (2025)

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R L
31 Oct 2025, 13:46:08

We have recently moved from an ID3 to and MGS5. For me, the S5 feels a decent upgrade. The build quality really surprised me, especially in the cabin. the drive is also reassuringly solid, and in my opinion better than the ID3. the MGS5 is slightly quicker, but not too much that it is noticeable, and also more practical due to it's size.
Gone are my days of thinking MG was now just a cheap Chinese alternative. Go and test drive one, you'll see!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Electric Range
340 - 480 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,800 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
453 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
370 - 395 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
250 - 350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MG
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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