Compare performance (354 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Renault Captur?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Captur is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,425 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 196 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
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, Renault Captur is visibly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely more boot space – 455 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries only slightly more – 460 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake 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 Renault Captur is a stylish and practical compact crossover that combines a high seating position and easy manoeuvrability with a comfortable, well‑equipped cabin. Its flexible interior layout and modern infotainment make it a sensible, polished choice for city drivers and small families.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 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
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
100 - 137 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
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,797 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
447 - 453 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
115 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
160 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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