CLA Electric Debuts in India, Offers 792km Range

Mercedes-Benz India has unveiled the new Mercedes-Benz CLA. This is set to become the brand’s most affordable electric offering in the country. Bookings for the new CLA will commence on 10 March. The model will be offered exclusively as an EV, and this marks the debut of Mercedes new generation modular electric architecture.

The CLA Electric will be available in the single CLA 250+ variant, which gets powered by the 85.5kWh battery pack paired with the rear axle-mounted electric motor, which produces 268bhp. The sedan is claimed to accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 6.7 seconds, and this offers a WLTP-certified range of up to 792 km. This also features a two-speed transmission aimed at improving efficiency as well as performance across varying speeds.

With respect to design, the new CLA features a distinctive, illuminated front grille with 142 integrated star elements, connected LED DRLs, LED headlamps, flush-fitting door handles, and 18-inch alloy wheels. This retains the coupe-like sloping roofline and frameless doors, and stays true to CLA’s signature silhouette. The model measures 4.7 meters in length, and consists of a wheelbase of 2,790mm. There are colour options including Alpine Grey, Cosmic Black, Clear Blue, Polar White, and Patagonia Red.

The cabin is equipped with the 14-inch touchscreen infotainment, which runs the brand’s latest operating system with the integrated ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing support, and Gemini. The other highlights have a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, fixed glaas roof, illuminated dasshboard elements, aluminium pedals, AMG-specific upholstery, and powered front seats with the heating and massage functions. The CLA electric also offers the 405 litres of boot space, along with 101-litre frunk.