Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric Debuts in India With 792 Km Range, Bookings Open on March 10

Mercedes-Benz India has unveiled the CLA Electric for the Indian market. The marquee German luxury automaker has revived the CLA nameplate in the country, however it has returned in an all-electric version. Bookings for the sedan will commence on March 10th 2026 while the launch is scheduled for April 2026. Mercedes-Benz is expected to introduce the CLA Electric in India with a starting ex-showroom price of around Rs 59 to 65 lakh.

The all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric is underpinned by the Modular Architecture (MMA) platform and will be offered in India in the 250+ variant. With this model, Mercedes-Benz consolidates its entry-level EV portfolio.

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The CLA Electric retains its coupe-style silhouette but adopts a closed front panel with illuminated three-pointed star elements. It features LED headlamps, a connected LED light strip at the rear, flush-fitting door handles and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The sedan measures 4,723mm in length, 1,855mm in width and 1,468mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,790mm. Boot space stands at 405 litres, along with a 101-litre front trunk. A fixed panoramic glass roof with heat-protection coating is also part of the standard equipment list.

Inside, the CLA Electric debuts the new MB.OS system. The India-spec version gets a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14-inch central touchscreen running the latest MBUX interface. The system supports AI-based voice functions along with over-the-air updates.

Other features include wireless charging, six USB-C charging ports, 40:20:40 split rear seats and ambient lighting elements integrated into the dashboard panel.

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ is powered by an 85.5kWh battery pack paired with a rear-mounted electric motor producing 268.20bhp. Mercedes-Benz claims a 0 to 100 kmph time of 6.7 seconds and a WLTP certified range of 792km.

The model uses an 800V electrical architecture and supports DC fast charging up to 240kW. According to the company the CLA electric under standard test conditions can get up to 400km of range in around 20 minutes. The CLA Electric also features a two-speed transmission.