Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake and are good next research steps.

from £50,600

Mercedes GLB

Price : 50,600 - 62,400 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 272 - 354 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 614 - 631 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.5 - 7.4 s
Model Year : 2026
Torque : 335 - 515 Nm
Model : GLB
Modell : GLB 250+ EQ, GLB 350 EQ
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : Progressive, AMG Line, AMG Line Plus, Night Edition, Progressive 4MATIC, AMG Line 4MATIC, AMG Line Plus 4MATIC, Night Edition 4MATIC
Power kW : 200 - 260 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2,200 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity : 540 L
Width : 1,861 mm
Brand : Mercedes-Benz
Payload : 500 kg

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marginally cheaper
clearly more efficient
a bit more electric range
barely quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter
a bit more trunk space

from £34,300

Tesla Model Y

Price : 34,300 - 53,100 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity : 64.5 - 83 kWh
Seats : 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.5 - 7.2 s
Model Year : 2,025 - 2,026
Max Speed : 201 km/h
Torque : 420 - 660 Nm
Doors : 5
Model : Model Y
Modell : Model Y Performance, Model Y Standard, Model Y Premium, Model Y Standard Maximum Range, Model Y Premium Maximum Range
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : AWD, AWD (7-Sitzer)
Power kW : 220 - 338 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity : 822 L
Length : 4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width : 1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height : 1,621 - 1,624 mm
Brand : Tesla
Max trunk capacity : 2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload : 435 - 472 kg

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Quick data check: Tesla Model Y

moderately more electric range
considerably cheaper
visibly more power
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
marginally lighter
considerably more trunk space

from £55,200

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

Price : 55,200 - 100,100 £
Body Type : Estate
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 326 - 551 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 539 - 716 km
Battery Capacity : 75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.9 - 6 s
Model Year : 2024
Max Speed : 210 - 240 km/h
Torque : 435 - 855 Nm
Doors : 5
Model : A6 e-tron
Modell : A6 Avant e-tron performance, S6 Avant e-tron, A6 Avant e-tron
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : edition one beige, edition one blue, edition one grey, edition one beige quattro, edition one blue quattro, edition one grey quattro, quattro
Power kW : 240 - 405 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2,185 - 2,410 kg
Trunk capacity : 502 L
Length : 4,928 mm
Width : 1,923 mm
Height : 1,504 - 1,527 mm
Brand : Audi
Max trunk capacity : 1,422 L
Payload : 470 - 500 kg

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Quick data check: Audi A6 e-tron Avant

moderately cheaper
slightly more efficient
marginally more electric range
very slightly lighter
markedly more power
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
very slightly more trunk space

from £49,400

BMW i4

Price : 49,400 - 62,500 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.7 - 6 s
Model Year : 2,024 - 2,025
Torque : 400 - 795 Nm
Model : i4
Modell : i4 eDrive35, i4 eDrive40, i4 xDrive40, i4 M60
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : M Sportpaket, M Sportpaket Pro
Power kW : 210 - 442 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2,070 - 2,285 kg
Trunk capacity : 470 L
Width : 1,852 mm
Brand : BMW
Payload : 445 - 480 kg

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Quick data check: BMW i4

very slightly cheaper
somewhat more efficient
clearly more electric range
significantly more power
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
very slightly lighter
very slightly more trunk space

from £46,400

VW ID.7

Price : 46,400 - 54,200 £
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity : 77 - 86 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.4 - 6.6 s
Model Year : 2,023 - 2,024
Max Speed : 180 km/h
Torque : 545 - 679 Nm
Doors : 5
Model : ID.7
Modell : ID.7 Pro, ID.7 Pro S, ID.7 GTX
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : 4MOTION
Power kW : 210 - 250 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity : 532 L
Length : 4,961 mm
Width : 1,862 mm
Height : 1,535 - 1,536 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 1,586 L
Payload : 460 - 465 kg

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Quick data check: VW ID.7

barely more power
very slightly more efficient
barely more electric range
marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
barely lighter
barely cheaper
somewhat more trunk space

from £42,600

Mercedes C Class Wagon

Price : 42,600 - 104,400 £
Body Type : Estate
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L/100km
Electric Range : 11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity : 19.5 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 3.4 - 8.8 s
Model Year : 2,024 - 2,025
Max Speed : 232 - 280 km/h
Torque : 250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : C-Klasse
Modell : C 180 T-Modell, C 200 T-Modell, C 200 All-Terrain, C 300 T-Modell, C 63 AMG S E PERFORMANCE T-Modell, C 300 e T-Modell, C 300 de T-Modell, C 200 d T-Modell, C 220 d T-Modell, C 220 d All-Terrain, C 300 d T-Modell
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, G, B, D
Trim Level : Avantgarde Advanced 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Edition Avantgarde 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 9G-TRONIC, Edition AMG Line 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Avantgarde Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 9G-TRONIC, Edition Avantgarde 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Edition AMG Line 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, AMG Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 9G-TRONIC, Premium 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G, Premium Plus 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G
Power kW : 137 - 500 kW
co2 : 11 - 205 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Curb weight : 1,755 - 2,235 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 50 - 60 L
Trunk capacity : 360 - 490 L
Length : 4,751 - 4,842 mm
Width : 1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height : 1,454 - 1,474 mm
Brand : Mercedes-Benz
Max trunk capacity : 1,375 L
Payload : 440 - 565 kg

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Mercedes C Class Wagon as a suitable alternative to Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

In the luxury touring segment, the Mercedes C-Class Wagon and Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake each deliver distinctive blends of style and practicality. The C-Class Wagon offers a more traditional approach with its spacious interior, providing ample comfort for long journeys, while the CLA Shooting Brake impresses with its sleek, coupe-like silhouette, catering to those who prioritize aesthetics alongside functionality. Both vehicles come equipped with advanced technology and refined driving dynamics typical of Mercedes-Benz, but the choice ultimately hinges on whether one's preference leans towards the classic elegance of the C-Class or the sportier flair of the CLA.

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

Compare directly with Mercedes C Class Wagon

Quick data check: Mercedes C Class Wagon

clearly more electric range
moderately cheaper
substantially more power
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
moderately lighter
very slightly more trunk space

Direct comparisons

These comparison pages show the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake head-to-head against similar models.

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Mercedes GLB

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

Tesla Model Y

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

BMW i4

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

VW ID.7

Mercedes C Class Wagon

Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

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