Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS 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 Grand i10 NIOS is priced at ₹555,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS's 1197 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) 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) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | Petrol: 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | — | 20.7 km/l (Petrol) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 04 |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 83 PS @ 6,000 rpm (Petrol) |
| Starter | Electric | Standard Electric Starter Motor |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 113.8 Nm @ 4,000 rpm (Petrol) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | 5-Speed Manual/ AMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 85 kWh | Standard 12V Lead-Acid battery for starting and electrical systems |
| 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 | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 1,340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 920 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 3,815 mm / 1,680 mm / 1,520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | 3.5-inch Digital Cluster with Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Premium Fabric (Dual-tone Grey/Black) |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | 4-speaker Arkamys Premium Sound |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | USB Type-C Fast Charger and a standard Type-A port at the front |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Supported (Android Auto/Apple CarPlay) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Power Adjustable & Electrically Foldable with Integrated Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 175/60 R15 (Alloy) | 165/70 R14 (Steel) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Diamond Cut Alloys |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | 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, with static guidelines |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline TPMS |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Typhoon SilverTitan GreyFiery RedTeal BlueAtlas whiteTitan Grey matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
