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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Polestar 2 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Polestar 2?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Polestar 2: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is barely cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,181 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 2. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers slightly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 109 km more than the Polestar 2.
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Engine and Performance:
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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 225 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.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers a bit more boot space – 455 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries barely more – 460 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 2 comes out modestly ahead 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 £42,000
Polestar 2
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Polestar 2
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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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Polestar 2
The 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Polestar 2
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
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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
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 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 - 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
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
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 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
4,606 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
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 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, 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
272 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 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
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
490 - 740 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
200 - 350 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
Polestar
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