Comparing the Tata Nexon and the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Tata Nexon is available at ₹800,000, while the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV is priced at ₹5,999,000. On the engine front, the Tata Nexon comes with a 1199 cc unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz CLA EV's N/A (Electric), producing 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm and 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) 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 | 12V | 85 kWh NMC Battery (800V Architecture) |
| Displacement | 1199 cc | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | RWD / AWD (4MATIC) |
| Engine Type | 1.2 L Turbocharged Revotron petrol engine | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | — |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Gearbox | 5- or 6-speed Manual / 6-speed AMT / 7-speed DCT | Single-Speed |
| Mileage | 17.4 kmpl | — |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | — |
| Power | 118 bhp (PS) @ 5500 rpm | 268 bhp (CLA 250e) / 416 bhp (CLA 350 4MATIC) |
| Starter | Electric start | Electric |
| Torque | 170 Nm @ 1750–4000 rpm | 340 Nm / 524 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / AMT / DCT | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
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 | 382 L | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | — | 2650 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 208 mm | 100 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1295 kg | 2100 kg (est.) |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm × 1804 mm × 1620 mm | 4751 mm / 1857 mm / 1440 mm |
| Seating Capacity | — | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2498 mm | 2940 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | No | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital | 10.25-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | No | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25" touchscreen by Harman | 11.9-inch MBUX with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Digital Key |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | MB-Tex / Artico Leather |
| Sound System | Up to 8-speaker Harman system | Burmester Premium Audio |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - Hey Mercedes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Projector + LED DRLs | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED signature | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 195/60 R16 | 235/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless radial | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Steel / Alloy | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 | 7 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 | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Daytona Grey, Grassland Beige, Flame Red, Carbon Black, Ocean Blue | Polar WhiteCosmic BlackAqua MintPatagonia Red |
| Expert Name | — | Motoautiv Expert |
| Expert Rating | — | 4.4 |
