Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the BYD Atto 3 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is available at ₹5,999,000, while the BYD Atto 3 is priced at ₹2,499,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BYD Atto 3's N/A (Electric), producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 201 bhp respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) | Blade LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 201 bhp |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 85 kWh | 60.48 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) | DC Fast: ~50 min (10-80%) / AC: ~8.5 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) | Yes - CCS2 DC (80 kW) |
| Range | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) | 521 km - ARAI |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - i-Pedal |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | 440 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 2230 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 175 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1750 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 4455 mm / 1875 mm / 1615 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.8-inch Rotating Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes - NFC Key Card + App |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | 6 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes - BYD AI Voice |
| 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 Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector 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 | 235/45 R20 | 235/50 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - ESC + TCS |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Ski WhiteHarbour GreySurf BlueCosmos Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
