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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or VW Caddy Compact Van?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW Caddy Compact Van: 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.
VW Caddy Compact Van is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,989 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy Compact Van uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers clearly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 648 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.
Caddy Compact Van
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 offers clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers noticeably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 195 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.
Seats: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is somewhat lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.
When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries noticeably more – 759 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 299 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Caddy Compact Van 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.
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VW Caddy Compact Van
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW Caddy Compact Van
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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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VW Caddy Compact Van
The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW Caddy Compact Van
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 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
117 - 120 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 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
4,500 - 4,853 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
628 - 759 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, 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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 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
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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