Comparing the BMW X1 and the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X1 is available at ₹4,999,000, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is priced at ₹5,999,000. On the engine front, the BMW X1 comes with a 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV's N/A (Electric), producing 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) and 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) |
| Displacement | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 Litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Electric |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) | — |
| Power | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) | 340 Nm / 524 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | — | 85 kWh |
| Charging Time | — | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | — | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) |
| Range | — | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 490 Litres | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1555 kg | 2100 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2692 mm | 2940 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Driver (top) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes - Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes - Auto Folding | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) | Burmester Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch / 18-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° (top) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
