Trunk comparison: Mercedes Benz CLA Shooting Brake vs Skoda Kamiq

Key Differences

The Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake offers a 9.8 in (16%) longer cargo length with the seats folded down than the Škoda Kamiq. With the first row of seats upright, the trunk of the CLA Shooting Brake is even 12.6 in (43%) longer.

In contrast, the Škoda Kamiq has a 5.1 in (18%) higher trunk opening. The depth of the trunk (from loading edge to trunk floor) is 2.4 in (38%) greater in the Mercedes. Additionally, the width of the trunk opening in the Kamiq is 5.9 in (17%) wider than in the CLA Shooting Brake.

Impact on Usability

The longer cargo length of the CLA Shooting Brake (both with folded seats and with the first row upright) makes it better suited for long items such as skis, planks, or long boxes — offering more flexibility even without or with only partially folded seats.

The greater trunk depth of the CLA also means more volume in depth, which helps when stacking or transporting less tall but longer cargo.

On the other hand, the higher and wider entry of the Kamiq facilitates loading tall or wide items (e.g., boxes, furniture parts, plants). A higher opening height reduces the risk of hitting the roof edge; the wider opening width makes turning and maneuvering wide cargo easier.

In practice, the conclusion is: For long cargo items and greater depth capacity, the CLA Shooting Brake is advantageous. For frequent loading of tall or wide single items (or when loading should be as easy and space-saving as possible), the Kamiq is the more practical choice.