Mercedes-Benz CLA electric bookings open: Five top things to know |

Mercedes‑Benz CLA Electric: Bookings and Launch

• Bookings are open online and at dealerships.
• Booking amount: Rs 1.5 lakh.
• Launch date: April 2026.
• Deliveries:
  • CLA 250+ Long Range → End of April 2026.
  • CLA 200 Standard Range → From June 2026.

Variants and Expected Price

• CLA 200 Standard Range → ~Rs 55 lakh (ex‑showroom).
• CLA 250+ Long Range → ~Rs 59 lakh (ex‑showroom).
• Complimentary wall box home charger for pre‑bookings.
• Final pricing will depend on forex rates at launch.

Design Highlights

• Drag coefficient: 0.21 (highly aerodynamic).
• Low stance, long wheelbase, short overhangs.
• Front: Gloss‑black closed grille with illuminated star pattern, central Mercedes emblem, slim LED headlamps connected by light bar.
• Profile: Frameless doors, sloping roofline, flush door handles, aero alloy wheels.
• Rear: Full‑width LED light bar with star detailing, clean bumper finish.
• Other features: Chrome accents, grille with 142 backlit stars, panoramic glass roof, five‑spoke aero wheels.

Battery and Range

• CLA 250+ Long Range
  • 85 kWh battery, single motor (RWD).
  • Output: 268 hp, 335 Nm.
  • Two‑speed gearbox.
  • Claimed range: up to 792 km (WLTP).
  • DC fast charging: up to 320 kW → 400 km in 20 minutes.
• CLA 200 Standard Range
  • Claimed range: 542 km.
  • DC fast charging: up to 200 kW → 320 km in 20 minutes.
• AC charging: Up to 22 kW (wallbox), 11 kW standard.
• MB.CHARGE network: ~9,000 charging points across India.

Interior and Features

• Dual‑screen setup: 10.25‑inch driver display + 14‑inch infotainment.
• Three‑spoke steering wheel with touch controls.
• Carbon‑fibre centre console.
• 64‑colour ambient lighting.
• 16‑speaker Burmester system with Dolby Atmos.
• Heated, ventilated, powered front seats.
• Wireless charging + six 100W USB‑C ports.
• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
• Latest MBUX with AI integration.

Platform and Safety

• Built on Mercedes’ MMA EV architecture.
• Euro NCAP rating: 5 stars.
  • Adult Occupant Protection: 94%.
  • Child Occupant Protection: 89%.
  • Vulnerable Road User Protection: 93%.
• Safety features:
  • Eight airbags.
  • 360° camera with blind‑spot monitoring.
  • Tyre‑pressure monitoring system.
  • Electronic parking brake.
  • ADAS.
  • Child seat detection with automatic airbag deactivation.