2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA: Key Specs at a Glance

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Performance & Electric Drivetrain Highlights

Models at Launch CLA 250+ / CLA 350 4MATIC
CLA 250+ Power / Range 200 kW / Up to 792 km WLTP
CLA 350 4MATIC Power / 0-100 km/h 260 kW / 4.9 s
Top Speed Up to 210 km/h
Electrical Architecture 800-volt system
Max DC Fast Charging Up to 320 kW
Range Added (10 min) Up to 325 km
Rear Drive Efficiency 93% battery-to-wheel
Rear Motor PSM with 2-speed transmission
Torque Management (4MATIC) DCU on front axle, reduces losses up to 90%
Battery Options 85 kWh (Si-anode) / 58 kWh (LFP)
Braking / Recuperation One-box brakes, up to 200 kW recuperation
Towing Capacity Up to 1.8 t (optional hitch)

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Chassis, Aerodynamics & Safety Features

Drag Coefficient 0.21 (class-leading)
Front Suspension 3-link, forged aluminum lower arms
Rear Suspension Multi-link, mid/full-size Mercedes concept
Frunk 101 L (CLA EQ only)
Luggage Volume 405 L
Standard Safety Centre Airbag (segment first)
Driver Assistance DRIVE ASSIST (L2), Lane & Steering Assist
Parking Assist Detects angled parking, can leave space automatically
V2H / V2G Ready Bidirectional charging (future OTA)
Carbon Footprint 40% lower than predecessor

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Exterior & Design Details

Length 4,723 mm (+4 cm)
Wheelbase 2,790 mm (+6 cm)
Design Sensual Purity, fastback GT rear
Grille Illuminated panel, 142 chrome stars
Lights Full-LED, star design, light band
Standard Wheels 17–19 inches, aero-refined
Optional AMG Line Plus, retractable handles with KEYLESS-GO

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Interior, Comfort & Technology

Headroom (F/R) +16 / +28 mm
Standard Line Progressive Line (LED, Mirror Package)
Roof Large panoramic fixed glass
Infotainment 4th-gen MBUX (MB.OS)
Superscreen Driver 10.25″ + Central 14″
Passenger Display Additional 14″ (post-launch)
Virtual Assistant MBUX with AI, ChatGPT4o, Google Gemini
Sound System Burmester 3D, Dolby Atmos, 16 speakers, 850 W
Seat Materials Recycled PET leather / MICROCUT fleece
Trim Element Paper-based (cellulose & hemp)
Charging Ports Four USB-C, 100 W each

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Hybrid Model (Available Later)

Engine 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol (M 252 FAME)
Combustion Miller cycle, 12:1 compression
Transmission 8-speed dual-clutch (8F-eDCT) + electric motor
Battery 48V Li-ion, 1.3 kWh
Electric Drive Urban / <20 kW demand
Recuperation All gears, up to 25 kW recovered

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Source: Mercedes-Benz

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA