Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 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 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is priced at ₹965,000. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz's 1462 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 103 bhp @ 6000 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) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.5L K15 Smart Hybrid Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | — | Manual: approx. 20.65 km/l Automatic: approx. 20.04 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 103 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Silent Start with Idle Start-Stop |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual & Automatic |
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 | 510 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 1580 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1130–1165 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 4490 mm / 1730 mm / 1485 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | Analog with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Premium Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | Arkamys Tuned Audio System |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Defogger Only (No Wiper) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 185/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | Dual Front 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | NEXA Blue (Celestial)Grandeur GreySplendid SilverPearl Metallic Dignity BrownBluish BlackOpulent RedPearl Arctic WhiteOpulent Red And Bluish BlackGrandeur Grey And Bluish BlackPearl Metallic Dignity Brown And Bluish |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
