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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Tesla Model 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (48900 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Tesla Model 3?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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Tesla Model 3

3.6 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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.

Tesla Model 3 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14662 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: with 12.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Tesla Model 3 with 13.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs slight better – achieving up to 768 km, about 18 km more than the Tesla Model 3.

Model 3

Engine and Performance:

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 Tesla Model 3 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 460 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls distinct stronger with 660 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm difference.

CLA Shooting Brake

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is to a small extent lighter – 1822 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 253 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers evident more room – 594 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake evident takes the win – 460 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model 3

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Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.2 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 550 - 750 km

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Tesla Model 3

3.6 (3 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
48900 - 60900 £
Price
34300 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Electric Range
550 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
-
Length
4720 - 4724 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
-
Height
1431 - 1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
303 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake have?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.