Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is priced at ₹1,972,400. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's 1462 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm 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) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) |
| Mileage | — | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 139Nm @ 4300rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 85 kWh | 0.76 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): ~22 min (10-80%) | Self-charging (no plug-in required) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V DC (320 kW) | — |
| Range | 750 km - WLTP (CLA 250e) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 390 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 1675 - 1735 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 1180 – 1280 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| 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 | Fabric / Premium Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic (select variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
