Comparing the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 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 Wagon R is priced at ₹498,900. On the engine front, the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R's 1197 cc, producing 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) and 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 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) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) | Front Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.2L Advanced K- Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-speed Manual / 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | — | Petrol MT: ~24.35 km/l – Petrol AMT: ~25.19 km/l – CNG: ~34.05 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) | 66.9 kW (90.9 PS) @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric starter |
| Torque | 340 Nm / 524 Nm | 113.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | MT/AGS |
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 | 355 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2650 kg | 1340 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 100 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2100 kg (est.) | 825 - 935 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm | 3655 mm / 1620 mm / 1675 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2940 mm | 2435 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 | Manual AC |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display | Semi-digital instrument cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - DISTRONIC | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch touchscreen (higher variants) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Digital Key | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | MB-Tex / Artico Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Burmester Premium Audio | 4-speaker audio system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - Hey Mercedes | Yes (with infotainment system) |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Available on higher variants |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | — | Available on higher variants |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R20 | 165/70 R14 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel wheels / 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 (AMT variants) |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Available on higher variants |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available on higher variants |
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| Color Options | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red | SOLID WHITEMagnum Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
