First Drive: Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake

The CLA Shooting Brake is another niche product from Mercedes, aimed to slot in between a standard estate car and a large hatchback. With coupe-like looks and increased boot space when compared to the standard CLA, the Shooting Brake should be all things to all people. The question remains, is it? AOL Cars takes it for a spin to find out.

What is it?

The CLA Shooting Brake is a car that Mercedes is angling towards active types of drivers – those that want a car into which they can easily throw a bike in the boot, while keeping coupe-style looks and decent on-road handling. We're testing the 220 CDI, which will no doubt be the most popular as it gives the best amount of performance while still retaining decent fuel economy.