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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW ID.3 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (48,900 £ vs 28,600 £ ) 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
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 ID.3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,371 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is slightly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.5 kWh/100km for the VW ID.3. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 163 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 very slightly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers very slightly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 30 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, VW ID.3 is a bit lighter – 1,787 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 288 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers a bit more boot space – 455 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW ID.3 sits just 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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VW ID.3
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW ID.3
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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 ID.3
The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW ID.3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
48,900 - 60,900 £
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Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
742 - 768 km
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,075 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
385 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,264 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,809 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,564 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
437 - 473 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 354 HP
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Power HP
170 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
335 - 515 Nm
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 - 260 kW
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Power kW
125 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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