Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 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 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is available at ₹369,899, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is priced at ₹5,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 comes with a 998 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV's N/A (Electric), producing 50.4 kW@5600 rpm 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 | Standard 12V car battery | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) |
| Displacement | 998 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front‑Wheel Drive | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 litres | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / CNG | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5‑speed | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 24.90 kmpl | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 340 Nm / 524 Nm |
| Transmission Type | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT | 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 | 214 l | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 740–757 kg | 2100 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2380 mm | 2940 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Collapsible/adjustable steering column | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Semi‑digital | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | — | Yes - Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Manual adjustable ORVMs | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front power windows on most trims | Yes |
| Push Start | — | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric seats | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) | Burmester Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) | Yes |
| DRLs | — | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | — | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | — | Yes - Power Folding |
| Tail Lamp Type | Standard halogen combination lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 145/80 R13 | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 airbags standard | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | — | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | — | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | — | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | — | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
