Head to head
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake vs Volkswagen Golf
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is 41cm (1.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Length: the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is 41cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake | Volkswagen Golf | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695mm | 4,284mm |
| Boot volume | 445-505 litres (seats up), 1310-1370 litres (seats down) | 273-381 litres (seats up), 1,270 litres (seats down) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| CLA200 power | 120kW/163PS (161hp) | - |
| Width | 1830mm | - |
| Engines | - | 1.5 TSI 115bhp to 1.5 TSI 204bhp plug-in hybrid eHybrid |
| 0-60mph | - | 9.9 seconds (1.5 TSI), 7.2 seconds (eHybrid) |
Sources: Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake, Volkswagen Golf. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CLA Shooting Brake if...
- you want one that is 41cm (1.5ft) longer
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.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Buy or hire the Golf if...
A well-known compact hatchback bought and hired as an everyday, easy-to-drive family car. The range of petrol, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines lets a hire fleet offer a cheap-to-run option without stepping down to a smaller car.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and the Volkswagen Golf?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is 41cm (1.5ft) longer. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is a compact estate; the Volkswagen Golf is a compact five-door hatchback.
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