Compare performance (354 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or SERES 5?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,895 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 5.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 338 km more than the SERES 5.
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 SERES 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers considerably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 425 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, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is markedly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers a bit more boot space – 455 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries slightly more – 460 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comes out clearly 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.
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 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
55,700 £
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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
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
430 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
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,930 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
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 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
940 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
430 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
2024
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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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