Comparing the Hyundai CRETA Electric 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 Hyundai CRETA Electric is available at ₹1,802,201, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is priced at ₹5,999,000. 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 | Lithium-ion | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) |
| Displacement | — | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric (Battery) | Electric |
| Gearbox | — | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 510 km / full charge | — |
| Power | 171 bhp (126 kW) | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) |
| Starter | — | Electric |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm / 524 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed Automatic | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 51.4 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Charging Time | 4.8 hours (0-100%) | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes, via CCS2 charging port with multi-color SOC indicator | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) |
| Range | 510 km per full charge | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) |
| Regenerative Braking | 4 levels of intensity, adjustable via steering-mounted paddle shifters | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 433 Litres | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | — | 2100 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4340 mm / 1790 mm / 1655 mm | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm | 2940 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) with touch interface | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Curvilinear twin-screen setup | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Available (8-way Powered Driver Seat) | Yes |
| Infotainment System | Dual 26.03 cm curvilinear screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | — | Yes |
| Power Windows | All 4 windows (Front & Rear); Driver’s window with Auto up/down and Safety Power (Anti-pinch) | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Included with dual cup holders | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | Bose Premium 8-speaker system | Burmester Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Available (3 Type-C ports) | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Available (Bluelink connected) | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | LED Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlight | Quad-beam LED Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically Foldable and Adjustable with integrated LED Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Connected LED Tail Lamps with a signature light bar | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Aero alloy wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Emergency Brake Assist | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree Surround View Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Highline | Yes |
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| Color Options | Ocean BlueAtlas WhiteFiery RedStarry NightTitanium BlackTitanium Black MatteRobust Emerald MatteTitan Grey Matte | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
