Mercedes-Benz India today finally launched the new Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric, priced at Rs 5.5 lakh (ex-showroom). With this, the new CLA EV is now the most affordable Mercedes-Benz you can buy in the Indian market. Pre-booking for the EV is underway. Interested customers can book online or visit their nearest dealership. Mercedes says it has already received more than 400 bookings. The new Mercedes-Benz CLA is available in three variants – CLA 200 Standard Range Progressive Line priced at Rs 55 lakh, CLA 250+ Long Range AMG Line priced at Rs 59 lakh. There is also the CLA 250+ Long Range Launch Edition, which will be offered in limited numbers and is priced at Rs 64 lakh (all prices ex-showroom).Talking first about the limited Long Range Launch Edition, it comes with a Super Screen that includes three digital displays, along with a matte black exterior finish, larger 19-inch alloy wheels, illuminated door sills, and edition-specific ambient lighting. It also gets leather upholstery and premium trim materials. It and the AMG Line trim are powered by an 85kWh NMC battery pack mated to a rear-mounted electric motor, producing 272hp and 335Nm, and a claimed 0-100kph time of 6.7 seconds. It has a claimed WLTP range of up to 792 km, and has a two-speed gearbox.
The CLA 200 standard range uses a 58kWh battery with a claimed WLTP range of up to 542km. It is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor producing 224hp and 335Nm, with a claimed 0-100kph time of 7.5 seconds. The CLA EV supports up to 320kW fast charging through its 800V architecture, enabling a 300km range top-up in 10 minutes. Mercedes has also increased the ground clearance and revised the suspension for Indian conditions..The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV has a minimalist, screen-focused cabin that prioritizes technology and usability. The highlight of the cabin is a dual-screen layout with a 10.25-inch digital driver display and a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The cabin features a three-spoke steering wheel with touch-sensitive controls, while a carbon fiber finish on the center console adds a classy visual touch. Features include 64-color ambient lighting, 16-speaker Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos, heated, ventilated and powered front seats, wireless charging, six 100W USB-C fast charging ports, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, connected car tech, the latest MTEGUX.The new Mercedes-Benz CLA EV emphasizes aerodynamics and has a drag coefficient of 0.21. The sedan adopts a low stance, long wheelbase and short overhangs for balanced proportions. At the front, it has a gloss black closed grille panel with bright star pattern elements and the central Mercedes emblem. Slim LED headlamps are joined across the fascia by a light bar, while the bumper features active air inlets to aid cooling and airflow. In profile, the CLA EV retains the frameless doors and sloping roofline. It also gets flush door handles and aerodynamically designed alloy wheels to improve performance. At the rear, a full-width LED light bar with star pattern detailing mirrors the front light design. The bumper is clean, while other features include chrome accents, a grille with 142 small backlit stars, a panoramic glass roof with heat-protective coating, and five-spoke aero wheels.
