Comparing the Maruti Suzuki Swift 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 Swift is available at ₹578,900, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is priced at ₹5,999,000. On the engine front, the Maruti Suzuki Swift comes with a 1197 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV's N/A (Electric), producing 82 PS @ 5700 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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| Battery | 12V Maintenance-Free Battery | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | Z12E with ISS | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 Petrol CNG: 55 (Water Filling Capacity) | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol with CNG | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | Up to 22.56 km/l (MT), up to 22.38 km/l (AMT) | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Power | 82 PS @ 5700 rpm | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) |
| Starter | Electric Start | Electric |
| Torque | 112 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 340 Nm / 524 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual/ Automatic | 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 | 265 l | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1355 - 1425 kg | 2650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 920 - 990 kg | 2100 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | Length 3860 mm Width1735 mm Height 1520 mm | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm | 2940 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt Steering | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Analog Speedometer with Multi-Information Digital Display | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen SmartPlay Studio | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes (select variants) | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | — | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | — | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | 4-Speaker Audio System | Burmester Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | — | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs (select variants) | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) | Yes |
| Headlight | Halogen Projector | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes (higher variants) | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Combination Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 165/80 R14 (lower variants), 185/65 R15 (higher variants) | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | Dual Front Airbags (Standard) | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes (AMT variants) | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes (select variants) | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | — | Yes |
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| Color Options | Sizzling RedLuster BlueMagma GreyNovel OrangeSplendid SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackPearl Arctic White with Bluish BlackLuster Blue with Bluish BlackSizzling Red with Bluish Black | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
