Compare performance (354 HP vs 180 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 Toyota Corolla Cross?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Toyota Corolla Cross is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,105 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla Cross uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is clearly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers barely more boot space – 473 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries moderately more – 560 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake 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 Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that blends the practicality and reliability Toyota is known for with a comfortable, easygoing driving experience. It offers a roomy interior and sensible features that make it a strong choice for daily commuting and family outings.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
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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
112 - 120 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
-
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,825 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
515 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 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
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
103 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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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
C, D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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