Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Hyundai CRETA Electric 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 Hyundai CRETA Electric is priced at ₹1,802,201. 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) | Lithium-ion |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | — |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | FWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric (Battery) |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | — |
| Mileage | — | 510 km / full charge |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 171 bhp (126 kW) |
| Starter | Electric | — |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Single Speed Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 85 kWh | 51.4 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) | 4.8 hours (0-100%) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) | Yes, via CCS2 charging port with multi-color SOC indicator |
| Range | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) | 510 km per full charge |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | 4 levels of intensity, adjustable via steering-mounted paddle shifters |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | 433 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | — |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 4340 mm / 1790 mm / 1655 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) with touch interface |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | 10.25-inch Full Digital Curvilinear twin-screen setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Available (8-way Powered Driver Seat) |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Dual 26.03 cm curvilinear screens (Cluster + Touchscreen) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | All 4 windows (Front & Rear); Driver’s window with Auto up/down and Safety Power (Anti-pinch) |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Included with dual cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Leatherette |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | Bose Premium 8-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Voice-assisted Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Available (3 Type-C ports) |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Available (Bluelink connected) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Horizon LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Quad-beam LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Foldable and Adjustable with integrated LED Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Connected LED Tail Lamps with a signature light bar |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Low Rolling Resistance (LRR) |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Aero alloy wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Emergency Brake Assist |
| 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° | 360-degree Surround View Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Ocean BlueAtlas WhiteFiery RedStarry NightTitanium BlackTitanium Black MatteRobust Emerald MatteTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
