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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Renault R4 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 27,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Renault R4?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Renault R4: 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:
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.
Renault R4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,485 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slightly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Renault R4. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 359 km more than the Renault R4.
R4
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Renault R4 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 270 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, Renault R4 is a bit lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault R4 offers significantly more boot space – 1,045 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 590 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries barely more – 460 kg compared to 443 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is decisively 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Renault R4
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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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Renault R4
The Renault R4, affectionately known as the "R4," is a quintessential symbol of French automotive simplicity and practicality. This classic compact car, originally introduced in the early 1960s, won over numerous enthusiasts with its versatile design and dependable performance. Its no-frills charm and robust build made it a beloved choice for rural drivers and city dwellers alike, cementing its status as an iconic piece of automotive history.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Renault R4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
27,300 - 32,800 £
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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
15.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
409 km
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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
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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 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
1,510 - 1,537 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
420 - 1,045 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,808 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
385 - 443 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 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
245 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
110 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
2,025 - 2,026
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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
Renault
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