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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or VW ID. Buzz Bus?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: 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.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is very slightly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Bus costs 42,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,045 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is substantially more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the VW ID. Buzz Bus. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 283 km more than the VW ID. Buzz Bus.
ID. Buzz Bus
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 340 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers visibly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 164 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 690 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 885 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comes out clearly 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
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW ID. Buzz Bus
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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. Buzz Bus
The VW ID. Buzz revives the classic camper van vibe with a modern electric twist, offering plush space and a friendly, futuristic face that stops traffic. It’s clearly built for weekend escapes and city runs alike, with clever interior details that make it as practical as it is charming.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW ID. Buzz Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 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
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
329 - 485 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
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co2
0 - 123 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
Bus
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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
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,985 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
462 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
-
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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