Compare performance (421 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (37700 £ vs 44600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Peugeot 508?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the Peugeot 508 costs 44600 £. That’s a price difference of around 6837 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 508 manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 2.40 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs evident better – achieving up to 84 km, about 29 km more than the Peugeot 508.
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 has a slightly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.20 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs minimal better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Peugeot 508 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 508 pulls minimal stronger with 520 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
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.
In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a bit lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1811 kg. The difference is around 281 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers slight more room – 505 L compared to 487 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 performs somewhat better – up to 1537 L, which is about 167 L more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake minimal takes the win – 520 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37700 - 74700 £
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Price
44600 - 60800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
84 km
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Electric Range
46 - 55 km
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 206 g/km
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co2
36 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
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Curb weight
1811 - 1941 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Length
4692 - 4695 mm
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Length
4750 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1405 - 1433 mm
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Height
1403 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
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Max trunk capacity
1537 L
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Payload
460 - 520 kg
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Payload
379 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Peugeot
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The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.