Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT 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 Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT is priced at ₹1,159,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Honda Elevate 1.5L Petrol MT's 1498 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 121 PS @ 6600 rpm 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 | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) | 12 V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1498 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | FWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.5L chain-driven DOHC i-VTEC petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 40 L |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-speed |
| Mileage | — | 16.92 km/l (ARAI) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 121 PS @ 6600 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual |
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 | 390 Litres | 458 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 199 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1216 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 4312 mm / 1790 mm / 1650 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic climate control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | Analog-digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | 4 speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Electric sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | 2 |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED projector headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Body-coloured ORVMs with integrated turn indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Rear wiper & defogger |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 215/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch steel wheels with covers |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Six airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Fiery Red Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Obsidian Blue Pearl, Meteoroid Grey Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
