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

Compare performance (354 HP vs 627 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 Y?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (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 Y 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 Y with 13.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 768 km, about 146 km more than the Tesla Model Y.

Model Y

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 Y has a clearly edge – offering 627 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 273 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls minimal stronger with 515 Nm compared to 493 Nm. That’s about 22 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 Y is barely noticeable lighter – 1976 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers decisively more room – 822 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 367 L.

When it comes to payload, Tesla Model Y hardly perceptible takes the win – 472 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model Y

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Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 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 Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
48900 - 60900 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Curb weight
1976 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
-
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
-
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
440 - 472 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Power HP
299 - 627 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
201 - 250 km/h
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 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.