Mercedes-Benz has debuted the all-electric CLA in India, marking the return of the CLA nameplate as a fully electric sedan. This model, based on the new Modular Architecture (MMA) platform with 800-volt architecture, serves as the brand's entry-level electric offering.
The exterior boasts a sleek four-door coupe silhouette with twin-pod LED headlights featuring star-shaped DRLs, a connected light bar, and 142 backlit stars in the grille. It rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and offers colours like Polar White, Cosmic Black, Alpine Grey, Clear Blue, and Patagonia Red.
The AMG Line styling package is standard.
The India-spec CLA Electric comes in the CLA 250+ variant, featuring a rear-mounted electric motor that delivers 272 hp (or around 268-272 hp across sources) and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. It uses an 85 kWh battery pack, claiming a WLTP range of up to 792 km.
The efficient drivetrain achieves 93% efficiency, aided by a low drag coefficient of 0.21 and aerodynamic design elements like flush door handles and a sealed front grille.
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Charging is a highlight, with support for up to 240 kW DC fast charging. This setup adds up to 400 km of range in just 20 minutes under ideal conditions. India-specific tweaks include raised ground clearance and suspension tuning for local roads.
Inside, the cabin is modern and minimalistic, with a 10.25-inch digital driver's display and a large 14-inch central touchscreen running the new MB.OS.
Features include wireless charging, six 100W USB-C ports, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, Level 2 ADAS, and a 360-degree camera. Boot space is 405 litres, plus a 101-litre frunk.
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Bookings open on March 10, 2026, with the full launch and price announcement expected in April 2026. It is expected to be priced between ₹55 lakh and ₹60 lakh (ex-showroom), positioning it competitively in the premium electric sedan segment.
Image Source: Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz Ireland
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