Mercedes-Benz CLA EV launched in India, prices start at Rs 55 lakh

The Mercedes-Benz CLA has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 55 lakh. The EV comes in 3 variants – Standard Range CLA 200, Long Range CLA 250+, and Long Range Launch Edition CLA 250+. It becomes the entry-level Mercedes EV in India. Bookings for the electric sedan were opened last month. The automaker has received over 400 pre-orders so far.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA: Everything you need to know

Here is the price list for the new Mercedes-Benz CLA.

Variant	Price
Standard Range CLA 200	Rs 55 lakh
Long Range CLA 250+	Rs 59 lakh
Long Range ‘Launch Edition’ CLA 250+	Rs 64 lakh

The CLA EV stands at dimensions of 4,723mm x 1,855mm x 1,468mm. This makes it 30mm longer, 25mm wider, and 25mm taller than its predecessor. It is the first Mercedes-Benz offering to be underpinned by the automaker’s new MMA platform. It has a 2,790mm wheelbase.

The front fascia of the electric sedan features a shark-nose design. The shut-off grille flaunts an illuminated Mercedes-Benz logo along with 142 chrome-effect backlit stars. The multi-beam LED headlights are integrated with DRLs in the shape of the Mercedes-Benz star. This setup is connected by a full-width light bar.

The profile of the CLA reveals its coupe-inspired sloping roofline. The frameless doors bring a touch of luxury to the sedan. It rests on 18-inch aero-optimised AMG alloy wheels. At the back, the LED tail lamps are designed in the shape of the Mercedes-Benz star, similar to the DRLs up front. These tail lamps are connected by a light bar. The CLA ‘Launch Edition’ gets an exclusive Cosmic Black Magno paint shade and 19-inch alloys.

Inside, the CLA EV flaunts a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. The area of the dashboard in front of the passenger is covered in illuminated three-pointed stars. The AMG Line styling package adds a flat-bottomed steering wheel, while the Launch Edition gets a triple-screen setup along with leather upholstery, edition-specific ambient lighting, and more enhancements. Other features of the EV include a panoramic glass sunroof, a Burmester 3D audio system, a dual-zone automatic climate control system, wireless charging, and more. On the safety front, the electric sedan gets 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera, a Level 2+ ADAS package, and more features.

The Standard Range variant is equipped with a 58kWh battery pack that can go up to 542km on a full charge. The rear-mounted electric motor powering this motor generates a maximum power output of 224hp and 335Nm. It can go from 0-100km/h in 7.5 seconds. Meanwhile, the Long Range variant packs an 85kWh battery with a 792km driving range. Its rear-mounted electric motor puts out 272hp and 225Nm. It can go from 0-100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The 800V architecture of the new MMA platform allows the CLA EV to support fast charging up to 320kW. A short 10-minute charge can replenish the battery pack to go up to 300km.

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Final Thoughts

The Long Range variants of the Mercedes-Benz CLA will start reaching customers this week. Meanwhile, the delivery rollout of the Standard Range variant will commence next month. The CLA EV will primarily rival the BYD Seal in India.