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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs NIO EL8 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or NIO EL8?
CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,247 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the NIO EL8. That’s a difference of about 8.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 258 km more than the NIO EL8.
EL8
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 NIO EL8 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 335 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.
Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 903 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more boot space – 455 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries clearly more – 577 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far ahead overall 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
NIO EL8
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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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NIO EL8
The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
NIO EL8
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
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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
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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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
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
265 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,099 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,989 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,750 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
810 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
557 - 577 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
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
850 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
480 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
NIO
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