Head to head
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is a compact estate. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a executive saloon.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| CLA200 power | 120kW/163PS (161hp) | - |
| Length | 4695mm | - |
| Width | 1830mm | - |
| Boot volume | 445-505 litres (seats up), 1310-1370 litres (seats down) | - |
| Engines | - | E200 petrol mild hybrid (204hp+23hp), E220d diesel mild hybrid (197hp+23hp), E300e/E300de plug-in hybrid (313hp) |
| 0-62mph | - | 7.5 seconds (petrol/diesel), 6.4 seconds (hybrid) |
| Boot capacity | - | 540 litres (370 litres, plug-in hybrid) |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake, Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CLA Shooting Brake if...
The estate version of Mercedes' compact CLA, chosen by private hire and business chauffeur fleets that want load space without moving up to a full-size estate. The CLA200 AMG Line Premium is a mid-to-upper trim petrol version.
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- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Buy or hire the E-Class if...
The standard executive saloon for UK chauffeur and business hire, chosen for its comfort and quiet cabin over outright performance. It suits airport transfers and corporate travel where presentation matters more than speed.
Full E-Class specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is a compact estate; the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a executive saloon.
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