Following the launch of the all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA Saloon earlier this year, we at MHH International are excited to introduce the next evolution in this groundbreaking lineup: the CLA Shooting Brake. This striking all-electric estate is the first of its kind from Mercedes-Benz, seamlessly blending premium design, advanced EV technology, and everyday practicality. Built on the innovative Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA), the CLA Shooting Brake features the same sleek front profile as the saloon, while extending into a dynamic rear that offers greater space and versatility—making it an ideal choice for drivers who want electric performance without compromising on functionality.
The car looks great too: It combines the elegance, sportiness and automotive intelligence of the CLA with plenty of space for passengers and luggage as well as a high degree of interior versatility. Whether it's a weekly shopping trip, a holiday with the whole family or a weekend trip with friends, it offers space for everything you need. The boot (trunk) has a volume of 455 to 1,290 litres, depending on the configuration of the rear seats. The illuminated ‘frunk’ (front trunk) under the bonnet (hood) holds a further 101 litres. Surfboards or bicycles fit easily on the roof thanks to the standard roof rails. Their load capacity is 75 kilograms. And a jet ski or two motorcycles can be easily transported on a trailer. The towing capacity is up to 1,800 kilograms (braked), a considerable towing capacity for an electric vehicle in this segment, making this a very able car.
The Range
An official quoted range of up to 473 miles (761 kilometres) is possible (model dependent) with combined CO² emissions of exactly 0 g/km. Recharging for a further 310 kilometres is completed in 10 minutes on a fast charger.
The Premium Exterior
The all-new CLA Shooting Brake is identical to the CLA Saloon right up to the B-pillar. This means a cabin, sporty shark-nose design and a unique front panel with 142 individually illuminated chrome-look LED stars. Together with the optional ‘Multibeam LED’ headlights and light strip, the illuminated panel with a MercedesBenz pattern contributes to the unmistakable identity of all models in the new vehicle family. The rear lights also have a star-shaped design and are connected by a light strip.
The roofline stretches further back with a more gradual drop. The one-piece panoramic glass roof extends seamlessly from the windscreen frame to the rear end. The spoiler is painted black on the inside and in body colour on the outside. This gives the impression that the glass roof carries over into the rear windscreen. It brings an additional unique elegance to the rear end.
The large panoramic roof is worthy of extra mention as it sets a new standard in the segment. It creates an exceptionally generous and open feeling of space. To protect against solar radiation, it consists of heat-insulating laminated safety glass with an infrared-reflecting and a low-emissivity coating on the inside apparently. This reduces heating of the vehicle interior in summer. In winter, the coating reduces heat loss by reflecting the interior heat back into the room. There’s another function too that is optionally available; the transparency of the glass can be changed in 10 to 20 milliseconds. Passengers can choose between transparent for a clear view upwards or opaque for more privacy.
The Prestige Interior
The longer roof with a roofline that slopes gently towards the rear provides more headroom in the second row of seats than in the saloon. Access to the rear is also even more comfortable thanks to the larger door cut-outs. Compared to its predecessor, this estate car offers more headroom in each of the five seats thanks to a higher roofline. The increase for rear passengers is seven millimetres.
In the front row of seats, the headroom increase is 14 millimetres, while legroom has increased by 11 millimetres thanks to the car being higher and wider than before. The rear seats can be folded down in a 40:20:40 ratio as standard. T The electric tailgate comes as standard for convenient loading and unloading. ‘Keyless-go’ with ‘hands-free access’ is also available as an option. The elegantly designed roof rails are also part of the standard equipment, and a trailer hitch is available on request.
The unique interior architecture is identical to that of the saloon variant CLA. With its avant-garde style, it offers a new luxury experience in this vehicle class. Highlights include the sporty, high-positioned centre console divided into two levels, the door panel inserts and the ‘MBUX Superscreen’. They are designed as if they were floating in space. This creates an impressive sense of lightness, which further adds to the generous feeling of space.
An attractive and versatile range of colours and materials underlines Mercedes-Benz's claim to exceptional design and striking equipment features. For the seat upholstery, there is a choice of ‘ARTICO’ man-made leather/fabric, ‘ARTICO’ man-made leather and real leather in a range of colours from classic black to ivory beige and beech brown. The range of trim parts extends from an anthracite anodised look to brushed aluminium or carbon-fibre finishes and wood or papered surfaces.
The new steering wheel of the CLA Shooting Brake offers improved ergonomics and intuitive operation. MercedesBenz has reintroduced the control concept with a rocker switch for the limiter as well as a roller for volume control, based on numerous customer requests. The capacitive switch panels are seamlessly integrated and provide tactile aids for better orientation. Additionally, some functions have been removed from the control panel for better clarity and usability, making the finger navigation pad for controlling the driver display significantly larger and thus easier to operate.
The Technology
The optional MBUX Superscreen extends across the entire width of the interior. The 10.25 inch screen for the driver and the14-inch) central display are located behind the glass surface. A 14 inch separate screen is optionally available for the front passenger for individual entertainment.
The continuously growing app portfolio includes, for example, video streaming platforms such as Disney+ and ‘RIDEVU’ from Sony Pictures Entertainment as well as video games with a large selection of triple-A titles via a cloud gaming provider.
Route guidance is easier and more intuitive than ever before. The new customised navigation solution is based on map data from Google Maps, which is combined with real-time information from the vehicle.MercedesBenz ‘Navigation with Electric Intelligence’ plans the fastest and most convenient route, including charging stops, based on numerous factors. It automatically adjusts the vehicle's charging settings and optimises them for fast charging along the route, including preconditioning the high-voltage battery so that it is at the optimum temperature for fast DC charging at the right time. The system also provides energy-saving tips.
Mercedes-Benz & MHH International
The new CLA Shooting Brake is designed for those who appreciate the dynamism of a sporty vehicle but don’t want to compromise on space and practicality in everyday life. This high-tech car will be available early next year.
In the meantime MHH International offer a fine and varied selection of prestige cars, electric, hybrid and internal combustion, from this famous German car maker. You can see our current stock on this page. We export cars from many premium manufacturers to destinations as diverse as New Zealand, Kenya, Mauritius, Cyprus and many more. See the listing on our Home Page which also offers all the information our customers need to export their next car from the UK. Find out about VAT-free options too.