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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
Selected trimStandard Range RWDChange trim273 mi · 63 kWh · £40,695
Selected trim250+ electric Sport469 mi · 85 kWh · £49,900
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads on family practicality and charging speed, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Best value
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting BrakeRange & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
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.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
6.1
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
6.4
Mercedes-Benz
8.4
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
7.7
Mercedes-Benz
6.6
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7.9
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Cost Per MileMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
6.8
Mercedes-Benz
8.8
City DrivingMercedes-Benz
Hyundai
3.3
Mercedes-Benz
4.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
- 196 miles more WLTP range
- 60 kW faster rapid charging
- 75 kW more power
- 1.7s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.8 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,695 (better) | £49,900 |
| Official range | 273 miles | 469 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 455 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 20 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec | 6.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ 54,655mm-68mm
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake4,723mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,855mm-35mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,469mm-136mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,655 mm | 4,723 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,890 mm | 1,855 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,116 mm | 2,021 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,469 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 11.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 510 mm spare | 545 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 455 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1587 L (better) | 1320 L |
| Frunk | 57 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Peak DC charging of 260 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD |  Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake 250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.66m | 4.72m+68mm |
| Width | 1.89m | 1.85m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.12m | 2.02m-95mm |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.47m-136mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 2.83m-170mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 455L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1587L (better) | 1320L |
| Frunk | 57L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 11.21m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,920kg (better) | 2,091kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh | 85kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi | 469 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 260kW | 320kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,695 (better) | £49,900 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Estate |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles | 469 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 228 miles | 339 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 20 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 260 kW | 320 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 10.5 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 130 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 63 kWh | 85 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.5 sec | 6.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 335 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
8.9/10
average across 7 reviews
- Car Magazine5/5
- DrivingElectric5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
All 3 videos
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD
Vulnerable Road Users63%
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)
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
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Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
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Live used listings
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Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £29,9902025Cars2View
- £40,4902026Cars2View
- £33,9902026Cars2View
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake worth the extra £9,205 over the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake costs £9,205 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. For that premium it adds 196 miles more WLTP range, 60 kW faster peak rapid charging and 75 kW more power. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 65 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is £9,205 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out roughly £9,125 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 228 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 111 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-20 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 545 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 or the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and 84% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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