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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Tesla Model 3 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 31,700 £ ) 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 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Tesla Model 3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,105 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is very slightly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 13 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model 3. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 18 km more than the Tesla Model 3.
Model 3
Engine and Performance:
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 Tesla Model 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers markedly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.
CLA Shooting Brake
Space and Everyday Use:
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 only slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more boot space – 594 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries slightly more – 460 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Tesla Model 3 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.
from £31,700
Tesla Model 3
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model 3
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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
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 |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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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
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 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
Sedan
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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
1,772 - 1,929 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,850 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
303 - 377 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 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
420 - 660 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
208 - 338 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
2025
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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
Tesla
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