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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 231 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or VW ID.3?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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VW ID.3

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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 ID.3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,672 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is barely more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 13.9 kWh/100km for the VW ID.3. That’s a difference of about 1.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 139 km more than the VW ID.3.

ID.3

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 markedly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 231 HP. That’s roughly 123 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 VW ID.3 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers visibly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 165 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, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a bit lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,885 kg. The difference is around 175 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers a bit more boot space – 455 L compared to 383 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries very slightly more – 464 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is decisively ahead 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.

from £40,800
CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 525 - 768 km
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Reviews Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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marco
12 Mar 2026, 18:49:56

A car with unique lines, one of the few sporty estate cars.

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Francesco
18 Sept 2025, 07:57:05

Great car — a tad pricey, but it's always a pleasure to look at and, above all, drive!

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The VW ID.3 is Volkswagen’s compact electric hatch that prioritizes practical daily usability with a comfortable, modern interior. It delivers a smooth, quiet driving experience and intuitive tech that makes switching to electric straightforward.

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4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Pennings
6 May 2026, 08:03:27

ID.3 catches less wind. It's more pleasant, especially on the highway. Also: more economical, lighter and with the same step‑in height.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Price
29,100 - 40,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.9 - 14.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Electric Range
410 - 629 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Curb weight
1,885 - 1,966 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
383 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
422 - 464 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
170 - 231 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
125 - 170 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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