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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Volvo EC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (421 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (37700 £ vs 46600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Volvo EC40?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Volvo EC40

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37700 £, while the Volvo EC40 costs 46600 £. That’s a price difference of around 8886 £.

As for range, the Volvo EC40 performs decisively better – achieving up to 584 km, about 500 km more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

EC40 @ Volvo Cars

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 442 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Volvo EC40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Volvo EC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EC40 pulls distinct stronger with 670 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is distinct lighter – 1530 kg compared to 2065 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers to a small extent more room – 505 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs slightly better – up to 1370 L, which is about 174 L more than the Volvo EC40.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake a bit takes the win – 520 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EC40 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £46,600
EC40 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.2 - 17.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 488 - 584 km
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
37700 - 74700 £
Price
46600 - 59000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh
Electric Range
84 km
Electric Range
488 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 kWh
co2
55 - 206 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
Curb weight
2065 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4692 - 4695 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Width
1873 mm
Height
1405 - 1433 mm
Height
1591 mm
Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
Max trunk capacity
1196 L
Payload
460 - 520 kg
Payload
395 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake have?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.