Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Clio has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 37700 £. That’s a price difference of around 21149 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake manages with 2.40 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Clio with 4.10 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 421 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls significantly stronger with 500 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 295 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.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Renault Clio is clearly perceptible lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1530 kg. The difference is around 406 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly perceptible more room – 505 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs a bit better – up to 1370 L, which is about 194 L more than the Renault Clio.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake to a small extent takes the win – 520 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.
Overall, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
37700 - 74700 £
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Price
16600 - 23700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 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
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
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co2
55 - 206 g/km
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co2
92 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 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
1124 - 1331 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
4692 - 4695 mm
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Length
4053 - 4116 mm
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Width
1834 - 1857 mm
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Width
1768 - 1798 mm
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Height
1405 - 1433 mm
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Height
1440 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
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Payload
460 - 520 kg
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Payload
398 - 463 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
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
67 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
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Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 500 Nm
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Torque
95 - 205 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
49 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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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.