Compare performance (354 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or SERES 3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
SERES 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,896 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 18 kWh/100km for the SERES 3. That’s a difference of about 5.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers substantially more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 467 km more than the SERES 3.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 191 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 SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is only slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries visibly more – 460 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake stands well ahead of its rival 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 SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
32,900 £
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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
18 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
301 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
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
1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,850 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
300 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
163 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 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
300 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
120 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
2020
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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
SERES
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