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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs VW Taigo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (354 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (48900 £ vs 19900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or VW Taigo?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Taigo

5 (2 Reviews)
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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 Taigo has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19900 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 48900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29019 £.

Taigo

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 has a clearly edge – offering 354 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.20 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake pulls significantly stronger with 515 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, VW Taigo is decisively lighter – 1229 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 846 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers slight more room – 455 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake barely noticeable takes the win – 460 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake sits well ahead of its rival 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.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW Taigo

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from about £48,900
CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 354 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 13.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 742 - 768 km

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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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 Taigo

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The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
VW Taigo

Costs and Consumption

Price
48900 - 60900 £
Price
19900 - 31800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
742 - 768 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2075 - 2155 kg
Curb weight
1229 - 1302 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1855 mm
Width
1757 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 354 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
335 - 515 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
200 - 260 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake have?

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.