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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (421 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (37700 £ vs 49200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or Volvo XC60?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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 XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 11457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake manages with 2.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs minimal better – achieving up to 84 km, about 2 km more than the Volvo XC60.

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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 Volvo XC60 has a minimal edge – offering 455 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake performs distinct better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls noticeable stronger with 709 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 209 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.

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In curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeable lighter – 1530 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers minimal more room – 505 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs somewhat better – up to 1543 L, which is about 173 L more than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 barely noticeable takes the win – 550 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake shows itself to be offers a more balanced package 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 £37,700
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 9.1 L
  • Electric Range : 84 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 XC60

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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37700 - 74700 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 9.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
84 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
55 - 206 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1530 - 1775 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4692 - 4695 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1834 - 1857 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1405 - 1433 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1310 - 1370 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
460 - 520 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 500 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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.

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