Compare performance (354 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 44,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Peugeot 508?
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.
Peugeot 508 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 44,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,368 £.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 713 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 Peugeot 508 offers barely more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Peugeot 508 takes 5.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers very slightly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 5 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, Peugeot 508 is somewhat lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 264 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers very slightly more boot space – 487 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 32 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries only slightly more – 469 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.
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.
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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Price
48,900 - 60,900 £
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Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 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
742 - 768 km
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Electric Range
46 - 55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
36 - 45 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,075 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,403 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
379 - 469 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Power HP
180 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Torque
360 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Power kW
133 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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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