Mercedes-Benz CLA
Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition has estimated charging costs of about 1.5p a mile on an off-peak tariff, about £1,935 a year below the petrol equivalent using this comparison's assumptions. Motorway range is around 403 miles in the figures shown here, making range another useful point to compare.
What owners say: Competitive pricing in the £45-51k bracket against Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3. 800V-only design incompatible with majority of existing 400V rapid chargers across UK networks, significantly limiting public charging access.
MSRP
£45,615
Range
484 mi
Battery
85kWh
Charge
320kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyDistinctive measurements from verified UK catalogue data.
- A 101 L frunk, one of 7 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 101 L or more.
- 484 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of saloon EVs we track.
- At 4,723 mm, shorter than 85% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
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8.0/10
1 review
Euro NCAP Safety
Tested 2025
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Competitive pricing in the £45-51k bracket against Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3
- 484-mile WLTP range is competitive with traditional petrol sedans
- Smooth, quiet driving experience with responsive handling and comfortable ride quality
Watch Out For
- 800V-only design incompatible with majority of existing 400V rapid chargers across UK networks, significantly limiting public charging access
- Real-world range likely 320 miles rather than 484 miles WLTP claim, reducing practical usability on longer trips
- Scheduled charging feature missing at launch on CLA 250+, unlike other Mercedes EVs, with fixes delayed until 2026 OTA updates
Owner Tips
- Verify 800V charger availability on your regular routes and confirm Mercedes charging network coverage before purchase, as 400V chargers are incompatible
- Use Mercedes Me app and onboard navigation for trip planning rather than third-party tools like ABRP, which cannot filter by 800V compatibility
- Install a smart home charger (Ohme, Hypervolt, Zappi, Wallbox) or use energy provider-controlled charging (Octopus Intelligent Go) to manage off-peak charging independently
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Size Overview
Length
4.72m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.47m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
Battery chemistry not confirmed
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage. Limited data - treat as a rough guide.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition is estimated to retain around 92.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 380 miles in summer and 281 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition is estimated to retain around 88.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 364 miles in summer and 269 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Sport Edition is estimated to retain around 82.4% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 339 miles in summer and 251 miles in winter.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £642/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £433/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
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Report incorrect specMercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Edition
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Edition goes further between charges than most rival saloons, around 336 miles on the motorway. It has a smaller boot than most rival saloons.
What owners say: Competitive pricing in the £45-51k bracket against Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3. 800V-only design incompatible with majority of existing 400V rapid chargers across UK networks, significantly limiting public charging access.
MSRP
£49,375
Range
483 mi
Battery
85kWh
Charge
320kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyDistinctive measurements from verified UK catalogue data.
- 483 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of saloon EVs we track.
- At 4,723 mm, shorter than 85% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 131 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of saloon EVs we track.
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7.9/10
3 reviews
Euro NCAP Safety
Tested 2025
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Competitive pricing in the £45-51k bracket against Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3
- 484-mile WLTP range is competitive with traditional petrol sedans
- Smooth, quiet driving experience with responsive handling and comfortable ride quality
Watch Out For
- 800V-only design incompatible with majority of existing 400V rapid chargers across UK networks, significantly limiting public charging access
- Real-world range likely 320 miles rather than 484 miles WLTP claim, reducing practical usability on longer trips
- Scheduled charging feature missing at launch on CLA 250+, unlike other Mercedes EVs, with fixes delayed until 2026 OTA updates
Owner Tips
- Verify 800V charger availability on your regular routes and confirm Mercedes charging network coverage before purchase, as 400V chargers are incompatible
- Use Mercedes Me app and onboard navigation for trip planning rather than third-party tools like ABRP, which cannot filter by 800V compatibility
- Install a smart home charger (Ohme, Hypervolt, Zappi, Wallbox) or use energy provider-controlled charging (Octopus Intelligent Go) to manage off-peak charging independently
Videos
Size Overview
Length
4.72m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.47m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry - good longevity with proper charging habits
Estimates based on battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based estimate. Actual health varies with charging habits, climate, and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Edition is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 383 miles in summer and 283 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Edition is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 368 miles in summer and 272 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Edition is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 346 miles in summer and 256 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 160,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates based on battery chemistry, age, and real-world driving data. Actual results vary with charging habits, climate, and usage patterns.
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Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Via salary sacrifice at an estimated £689/mo gross, a 40% taxpayer on £70,000 pays about £465/mo all-in (net lease + BiK).
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Report incorrect specMercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Premium Edition
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ AMG Line Premium Edition is one of the cheapest EVs to run, about 1.5p a mile on an off-peak tariff, about £1,935 a year less than a petrol equivalent. It also goes further between charges than most rival saloons, around 403 miles on the motorway.
What owners say: Competitive pricing in the £45-51k bracket against Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3. 800V-only design incompatible with majority of existing 400V rapid chargers across UK networks, significantly limiting public charging access.
MSRP
£51,770
Range
484 mi
Battery
85kWh
Charge
320kW
Specifications
Dimensions
Data notes
MethodologyDistinctive measurements from verified UK catalogue data.
- A 101 L frunk, one of 7 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 101 L or more.
- 484 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of saloon EVs we track.
- At 4,723 mm, shorter than 85% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
Size Overview
Length
4.72m
Width
1.85m
Height
1.47m
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