Compare performance (354 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (48900 £ vs 42000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Polestar 2?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Polestar 2 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6948 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Polestar 2 with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs somewhat better – achieving up to 768 km, about 109 km more than the Polestar 2.
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 Polestar 2 has a distinct edge – offering 476 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls evident stronger with 740 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 225 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Polestar 2 is barely noticeable lighter – 2015 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers somewhat more room – 455 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake hardly perceptible takes the win – 460 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
The Polestar 2 is clearly superior 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 Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
48900 - 60900 £
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Price
42000 - 57400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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co2
0 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
Sedan
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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
2075 - 2155 kg
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Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
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Length
4606 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1473 - 1479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1095 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
375 - 421 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Power HP
272 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Power kW
200 - 350 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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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
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Polestar
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The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.