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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (48900 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Volvo XC40?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

5 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo XC40 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12177 £.

XC40

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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has a convincingly edge – offering 354 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration 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 7.60 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls decisively stronger with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 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, Volvo XC40 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1688 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers barely noticeable more room – 455 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 a bit takes the win – 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 clearly superior 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.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Volvo XC40

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from about £48,900
CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 354 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 13.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 742 - 768 km

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 XC40

5 (4 Reviews)
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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
48900 - 60900 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
4425 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
-
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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.