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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Volvo XC40 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Volvo XC40?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Volvo XC40: 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:
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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,095 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
XC40
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers considerably more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 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, Volvo XC40 is very slightly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 22 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries moderately more – 532 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far ahead overall 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.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Volvo XC40
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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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Volvo XC40
The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Volvo XC40
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 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
148 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
1,688 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,863 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
532 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 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
265 - 300 Nm
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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
120 - 145 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Volvo
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