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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Tesla Model S comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Tesla Model S?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Tesla Model S: 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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,467 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model S. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 24 km more than the Tesla Model S.
Model S
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 S offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 666 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 382 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 344 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries barely more – 460 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Tesla Model S holds a decisive overall lead 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 £94,300
Tesla Model S
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model S
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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 S
The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model S
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
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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
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
611 - 744 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
Hatchback
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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
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
799 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,021 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,431 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
432 - 442 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
670 - 1,020 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
493 - 750 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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