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Ford Capri vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
Selected trim250+ electric Sport469 mi · 85 kWh · £49,900
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Capri leads on family practicality and city driving, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Capri if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Ford
6.4
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Ford
4
Mercedes-Benz
8.4
FamilyFord
Ford
7.9
Mercedes-Benz
6.6
ChargingMercedes-Benz
Ford
4.6
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Cost Per MileMercedes-Benz
Ford
4.7
Mercedes-Benz
8.8
City DrivingFord
Ford
5.1
Mercedes-Benz
4.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
- £12,915 cheaper
- 117 litres more boot space
- 0.3 m tighter turning circle
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
- 183 miles more WLTP range
- 215 kW faster rapid charging
- 60 kW more power
- 1.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 26 Wh/km more efficient
- 1500 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,985 (better) | £49,900 |
| Official range | 286 miles | 469 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 572 L (better) | 455 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min | 20 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 6.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford Capri
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Length
Ford Capri4,634mm-89mm
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake4,723mm
Width
Ford Capri1,872mm
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,855mm-17mm
Height
Ford Capri1,626mm
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,469mm-157mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,723 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm | 1,855 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm | 2,021 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,626 mm | 1,469 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare | 545 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 572 L (better) | 455 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1510 L (better) | 1320 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh |  Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake 250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.72m+89mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.85m-17mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.02m-42mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.47m-157mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.83m+63mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 572L (better) | 455L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1510L (better) | 1320L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.21m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,914kg (better) | 2,091kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 85kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi | 469 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 320kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,985 (better) | £49,900 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,485 (-£1,500) | £49,900 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Estate |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 286 miles | 469 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 339 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min | 20 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 320 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 156 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 85 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 6.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 140 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake 250+ electric Sport
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users93%
Safety Assist85%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake worth the extra £12,915 over the Ford Capri?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake costs £12,915 more than the Ford Capri. For that premium it adds 183 miles more WLTP range, 215 kW faster peak rapid charging and 60 kW more power. The Ford Capri is not just cheaper - it also offers 117 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Capri or the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake?
The Ford Capri is £12,915 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Capri comes out roughly £12,795 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Capri and Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Ford Capri and 339 miles for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake goes roughly 146 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 20-25 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Capri or the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake?
The two are within 17 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 545 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Capri. The Ford Capri also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Capri or the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Capri and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake. That gives the Ford Capri a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Ford Capri's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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