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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW T-Cross comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or VW T-Cross?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW T-Cross: 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:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW T-Cross is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,416 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake uses 5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the VW T-Cross with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
T-Cross
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 significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers significantly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.
CLA Shooting Brake
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW T-Cross is markedly lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 443 kg.
Boot capacity is identical – both offer 455 L of storage.
When it comes to payload, the VW T-Cross carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is far 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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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW T-Cross
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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 T-Cross
The VW T-Cross is a small, city-friendly crossover that blends practical packaging with easygoing driving manners and a high seating position for good visibility. It’s a sensible, comfortable choice for buyers who want the convenience and style of an SUV without big compromises.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW T-Cross
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
124 - 136 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,784 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
463 - 480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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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, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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