Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Kia Carens Clavis EV 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 Kia Carens Clavis EV is priced at ₹2,055,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Kia Carens Clavis EV's N/A (Electric), producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) 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) | IP67 Lithium-Ion Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 141 bhp (Single Motor FWD) / 214 bhp (Dual Motor AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 255 Nm (FWD) / 350 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 85 kWh | 51.4 kWh / 65 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) | DC Fast: ~42 min (10-80%) / AC: 8-10 hours |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) | Yes - CCS2 DC Fast Charging (100 kW) |
| Range | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) | 473 km (ARAI - 65 kWh) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes - Paddle Shifter-based |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | 216 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 2250 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1750 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 4540 mm / 1800 mm / 1708 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes |
| 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 | Bose 8-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | — |
| 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 Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-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 |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° Camera |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlImperial BlueIvory Silver MattePewter OliveGravity Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
