Comparing the Mahindra XUV400 EV 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 Mahindra XUV400 EV is available at ₹1,548,997, 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 | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-speed shift-by-wire automatic transmission | Single-Speed |
| Power | 110 kW | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) |
| Starter | Electronic keyless engine start-stop push button | Electric |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm / 524 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 34.5 kWh (EC Pro), 39.4 kWh (EL Pro) | 85 kWh |
| Charging Time | 0–80% in 50 mins (50 kw DC) | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes, CCS2 | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) |
| Range | 375 km (EC Pro), 456 km (EL Pro) | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes, features adjustable kinetic energy regeneration, including an "L" mode designed for single-pedal urban driving | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 378 Litres | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1400 kg | 2100 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4,200 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,634 mm | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2940 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering column with multi-mode settings | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror module | Yes |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) complemented by dedicated rear air vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 26.04 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital driver instrument cluster with live navigation data feed options | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Standard wheel-mounted speed cruise controls | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 26.04 cm (10.25-inch) touch-sensitive display featuring wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Proximity passive smart-key keyless cabin entry | Yes - Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | One-touch express power windows across all four doors | Yes |
| Push Start | smart passive keyless push-button engine start-stop toggle | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Standard rear cabin climate modules on updated Pro versions | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Foldable rear bench armrest housing dual integrated cup-holders | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Plush natural-grain perforated leatherette seating wrapped with copper decorative stitching on high-end models | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | 6-Speaker sound arrangement (4 speakers and 2 high-frequency tweeters) | Burmester Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Electrically adjustable anti-pinch single-pane glass sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Dedicated high-output front and rear USB fast-charging portals | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Smart voice interaction network managed via the Adrenox OS app | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Aerodynamic body-colored dual-tone bumpers featuring dedicated dark cladding | Yes |
| DRLs | Integrated stylized LED Daytime Running Lights detailed with copper accents | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front bumper fog lights | Yes |
| Headlight | High-beam automatic projector headlamps featuring integrated guide-me-home logic | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically power-adjustable and auto-folding exterior mirrors housing integrated side blinkers | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Tailgate wash-wipe layout accompanied by an electric demister matrix | — |
| Roof Rails | Sports utility black roof rails | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | Rear signature LED tail lamp design featuring structural copper badge integration | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 205/65 R16 | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Active electronic sudden panic-braking force assistance | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Automatic hill incline starting brake assist control | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row safety anchoring frames | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Wide-angle rearview parking camera is factory-fitted | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear parking sensors | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Digital live Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Arctic BlueEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNapoli BlackInfinity BlueNebula Blue | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
