Compare performance (354 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Renault Symbioz?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Renault Symbioz is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,125 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 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 considerably 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 Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.1 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 Symbioz is visibly lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers clearly more boot space – 576 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries only slightly more – 460 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far ahead 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 Symbioz is a forward-looking concept car that imagines a seamless link between vehicle and home, pairing a lounge-like cabin with striking, futuristic styling. More idea than production plan, it showcases Renault's vision for connected, autonomous and sustainable mobility while provoking debate about how we will live and travel.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
24,700 - 30,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 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
102 - 136 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
1,359 - 1,465 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
492 - 576 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
455 - 459 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 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
140 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 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
250 - 265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
103 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 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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