Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake wagon returns to Australia with electric power

Key takeaways

• Mild-hybrid CLA200 from $70,800, electric from $72,990 before on-roads
• Electric version offers 511km WLTP range and 320kW DC fast charging
• On sale now, with cars due in showrooms from January 2027

Mercedes-Benz has brought the CLA Shooting Brake back to Australia, with the new-generation wagon on sale now from $70,800 before on-road costs. Two versions are offered, a mild-hybrid CLA200 and the CLA200 electric, which is the brand’s first fully electric Shooting Brake. Both are due in showrooms in January 2027.

The electric model costs $72,990, a $2,190 premium over the petrol version. Compared with the equivalent CLA Coupe, the wagon body adds $2,700 to the mild-hybrid and just $790 to the electric car.

The first-generation CLA Shooting Brake was sold here until 2019, but Mercedes-Benz Australia skipped the second-generation model. Unlike the sedan, the local wagon range doesn’t include any all-wheel-drive versions.

2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake pricing

Mild-hybrid and electric specifications

The CLA200 uses a 1.5-litre turbo four-cylinder with a 48V mild-hybrid system, an eight-speed dual-clutch auto and front-wheel drive. It can run on electric power alone at urban speeds when demand is under 20kW, and Mercedes claims 5.4L/100km.

The electric version drives the rear wheels through a two-speed transmission, with first gear for acceleration and second for efficiency at higher speeds. Its 800V architecture supports DC charging at up to 320kW, and the navigation automatically warms the battery ahead of a planned fast-charging stop.

The wagon shares its length, width and wheelbase with the sedan but gains larger rear door openings and 26mm more rear headroom. Boot space is 455 litres, growing to 1290 litres with the 40:20:40 split rear seats folded. The electric model adds a 101-litre front boot.

The CLA coupe holds a five-star ANCAP rating from 2025 testing.

Standard equipment and options

Both variants come with:

• AMG Line exterior styling, 18-inch AMG alloy wheels and rear privacy glass
• Panoramic glass roof with a heat-reflecting coating
• MBUX infotainment with navigation, 5G connectivity, wireless phone mirroring and wireless charging
• AI-powered MBUX Virtual Assistant and over-the-air updates
• Heated power front seats with synthetic leather trim
• Hands-free power tailgate
• 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and blind-spot assist

The electric model adds an illuminated front panel with 142 LED stars.

Options include the Premium Package ($2,850) with the MBUX Superscreen, head-up display, Burmester audio and Multibeam LED headlights, plus the Sport Package ($1,200) with black exterior accents and 19-inch wheels. A Winter Package ($400) adds a heated steering wheel and heated wipers, while the Sky Control switchable-tint roof costs $1,600.

Orders are open now through Mercedes-Benz retailers, with the first cars due in Australian showrooms in January 2027. Driveaway pricing will vary by state.