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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs ZEEKR X comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 496 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or ZEEKR X?

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs ZEEKR X: Key differences

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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ZEEKR X

  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

ZEEKR X is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,248 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is noticeably more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR X. That’s a difference of about 4.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 353 km more than the ZEEKR X.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the ZEEKR X offers visibly more power – delivering 496 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR X is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR X delivers somewhat more torque with 573 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 58 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 only slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers a bit more boot space – 455 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR X carries somewhat more – 555 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR X 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 £32,600
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ZEEKR X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 496 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 330 - 415 km
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
ZEEKR X

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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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ZEEKR X

The Zeekr X feels like a pocket rocket for city life, delivering brisk performance and nimble handling wrapped in a surprisingly premium little package. Inside it offers smart tech and refined materials that make daily driving feel more like a small luxury escape, all while keeping a tasteful, understated presence.

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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
ZEEKR X

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Price
32,600 - 41,100 £
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
17.4 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Electric Range
330 - 415 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 123 g/km
co2
0 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
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
455 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,836 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 460 kg
Payload
460 - 555 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
272 - 496 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
343 - 573 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
200 - 365 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
ZEEKR
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