Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Mahindra Bolero Neo 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 Neo is priced at ₹885,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mahindra Bolero Neo's 1493 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 73.5 kW @ 3750 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 automotive battery configuration |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1493 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | mHawk100 1.5L Turbocharged Diesel Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 50 L |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed Manual Gearbox |
| Mileage | — | 17 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 Cylinders Inline |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 73.5 kW @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Micro-hybrid engine start-stop technology key system |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 260 Nm @ 1750–2250 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 | 384 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 2215 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1510 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 3995 × 1795 × 1817 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable power steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | No |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote keyless entry with speed-sensing auto-locking mechanics |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Powerful manual Air Conditioning system with dedicated ECO cooling mode settings |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | Twin-pod instrument cluster display with an 8.9 cm LCD Driver Information System screen |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Dedicated speed cruise control mapping toggles on the steering wheel |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 22.8 cm (9-inch) touchscreen interface supporting Bluetooth, AUX, USB, and customized vehicle app tracking networks |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Electrically adjustable side mirrors |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard front and rear electric power windows equipped with an auto-delayed power function |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | No |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Integrated central armrests are installed for both front row seats and the second-row middle bench seat on upper variants |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Premium fabric upholstery |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | Multi-speaker layout comprising 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | No |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Standard front-row USB C- Type charging slots |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Available via built-in Voice Messaging alert software |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | X-shaped body-colored bumpers fitted with distinct black wrap cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights integrated into the headlamp cluster assembly |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Stylish front bumper-integrated fog lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Twin-pod sporty static bending headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Classic upright rear combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 215/75 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Availble |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Features basic Cornering Brake Control (CBC) logic architecture |
| EBD | Yes | Availble |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | — |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard dedicated mounting anchors installed across the second-row seating bench |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Reverse sonar parking assist sensor matrix |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Pearl WhiteDiamond WhiteRocky BeigeStealth BlackJeans Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
