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Tesla Model S vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (1,020 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (94,300 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model S or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?

Tesla Model S vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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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

Model S

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,467 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is visibly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model S. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers marginally more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 24 km more than the Tesla Model S.

CLA Shooting Brake

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 Tesla Model S offers considerably more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 666 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Model S

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 markedly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 382 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more boot space – 799 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 344 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries very slightly more – 460 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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.

from £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 km
Tesla Model S
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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Dimensions and Body

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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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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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Tesla Model S
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Electric Range
525 - 768 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 123 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
Trunk capacity
799 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
5,021 mm
Length
-
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 442 kg
Payload
430 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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