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Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake vs Zeekr 7GT
Selected trim250+ electric Sport469 mi · 85 kWh · £49,900
Selected trimBusiness Edition RWDChange trim322 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Zeekr 7GT leads on charging speed.
Best value
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting BrakeRange & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting BrakeWhich should you choose?
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 need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- 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
Choose the Zeekr 7GT if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Zeekr
0
Motorway RangeMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
8.4
Zeekr
6.8
FamilyMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
6.6
Zeekr
3.2
ChargingZeekr
Mercedes-Benz
6.8
Zeekr
8.4
Cost Per MileMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
8.8
Zeekr
6.6
City DrivingMercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
4.6
Zeekr
2.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £49,900 | Not available |
| Official range | 469 miles (better) | 322 miles |
| Boot space | 455 L | 456 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min | 13 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | 5.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Length
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake4,723mm-94mm
Zeekr 7GT4,817mm
Width
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,855mm-55mm
Zeekr 7GT1,910mm
Height
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake1,469mm
Zeekr 7GT1,456mm-13mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,723 mm | 4,817 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,855 mm (better) | 1,910 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,021 mm (better) | 2,070 mm |
| Height | 1,469 mm | 1,456 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 545 mm spare (better) | 490 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 455 L | 456 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1320 L | 1390 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 65 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,500 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
- 469 mile WLTP range, longer than 100% of estate EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 320 kW, faster than 90% of estate EVs in our catalogue.
Zeekr 7GT
- A 65 L frunk, one of 22 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 65 L or more.
- Peak DC charging of 480 kW, faster than 100% of estate EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake 250+ electric Sport |  Zeekr 7GT Business Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.72m | 4.82m+94mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.91m+55mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 2.07m+49mm |
| Height | 1.47m | 1.46m-13mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.83m | 2.90m+70mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 455L | 456L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1320L | 1390L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 65L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.21m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,091kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 85kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 469 mi (better) | 322 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 320kW | 480kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £49,900 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Estate | Estate |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Zeekr 7GT: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 469 miles (better) | 322 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 339 miles (better) | 269 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min | 13 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 320 kW | 480 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 85 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.8 sec | 5.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 200 kW | 310 kW (better) |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 440 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
250+ electric Sport
Zeekr 7GT
Business Edition RWD
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Zeekr 7GT Business Edition RWD
Zeekr 7GT Business Edition RWD
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake250+ electric Sport | Zeekr 7GTBusiness Edition RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and Zeekr 7GT like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 339 miles for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and 269 miles for the Zeekr 7GT - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake goes roughly 70 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 13-20 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake or the Zeekr 7GT?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 55 mm narrower than the Zeekr 7GT. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 545 mm of total clearance for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and about 490 mm of total clearance for the Zeekr 7GT.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake or the Zeekr 7GT?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and 90% for the Zeekr 7GT. That gives the Zeekr 7GT a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Zeekr 7GT'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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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .