Compare performance (354 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 39,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or smart #5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
smart #5 is visibly cheaper – starting at 39,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,597 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.4 kWh/100km for the smart #5. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers markedly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 178 km more than the smart #5.
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 smart #5 offers significantly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #5 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #5 delivers noticeably more torque with 710 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 195 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is marginally lighter – 2,075 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 125 kg.
Looking at boot space, the smart #5 offers clearly more boot space – 630 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.
When it comes to payload, the smart #5 carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
The smart #5 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.
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 Smart #5 continues to build on the brand's legacy of compact and efficient urban vehicles, now infused with a more modern and stylish design. Its sleek appearance is complemented by a spacious interior, offering comfort without compromising its compact nature. This model is ideal for city dwellers seeking a blend of innovation, practicality, and style in their daily drives.
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Price
48,900 - 60,900 £
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Price
39,300 - 52,200 £
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Consumption 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
18.4 - 19.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Electric Range
465 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
74.4 - 94 kWh
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co2
0 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
5
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Curb weight
2,075 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
2,200 - 2,378 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
630 L
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Length
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Length
4,695 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,705 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,530 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
475 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Power HP
340 - 646 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Torque
373 - 710 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Power kW
250 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
smart
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