Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Mahindra Bolero 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 Mahindra Bolero is priced at ₹800,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero's 1493 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 55.9 kw @ 3600 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) | Standard 12V heavy-duty lead-acid automotive battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | mHawk75 Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 60 L |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-speed Mechanical Gearbox |
| Mileage | — | 16 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 Cylinder Inline |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 55.9 kw @ 3600 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Mechanical Ignition Layout |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 210 Nm @ 1600–2200 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 | 370 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1655 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 3995 mm x 1745 mm x 1880 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning system with slider temperature and fan speed dials |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | High-contrast digital instrument cluster console featuring a digital tachometer, trip meter, and gear shift indicator |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Audio setup featuring a basic 1-DIN music system with AUX and Bluetooth on mid trims, stepping up to a localized 7-inch touchscreen layout on premium variants |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | Available across both front and rear doors |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | A fold-out central armrest is integrated into the second-row bench seat |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Durable fabric upholstery on baseline trims; premium vinyl/leatherette seat compositions on upper tiers |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | Simple multi-channel sound configuration housing up to 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Single front-mounted USB C- type charging and data port |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone rugged steel-backed bumpers matching the body layout |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Basic bumper-integrated signature design elements |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Large dual-chamber clear-lens halogen headlamps with manual beam level adjustments |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Rear window washer wiper assembly paired with a glass defogger grid line matrix |
| Roof Rails | — | Non-functional structural styling accents |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classical vertical clear-lens halogen taillight layout stacked flanking the tailgate |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Sonar-guided reverse proximity distance sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Stealth BlackDiamond WhiteDsat SilverRockey Beige |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
