The all-electric 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA finally has a price tag, and it’s equipped generously, too. Starting at $48,500 for the base CLA 250, you get a full suite of driver assistance features, the latest MBUX interface powered by MB.OS, heated front seats, a fixed panoramic glass roof, and more. Moving up to the Exclusive trim adds dual-zone climate control, wireless charging, 64-color ambient lighting, and MB.DRIVE Parking Assist. The Pinnacle trim adds a surround-view camera, digital key capability, a power trunk, a head-up display, and the MBUX Superscreen. That last one houses a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster, a 14-inch main touchscreen, and a 14-inch passenger display all under a single glass panel. The CLA also has an optional 16-speaker Burmester 3D premium audio system with Dolby Atmos.
In terms of customization, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA has eight exterior color options. These include two new choices: Liquid Crystal Green and Sky Blue Metallic. Meanwhile, aerodynamically optimized wheel options range from 17 to 19 inches in diameter. For a sportier look, Mercedes offers the Night, AMG Line, and AMG Line Plus packages. Inside, you can choose from MB-Tex/Microfiber, MB-Tex, or leather upholstery paired with aluminum, open-pore wood, or natural fiber trim.
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA: Impressive Driving Range and Charging Speeds
Underpinned by Mercedes’ new modular architecture, the all-electric CLA features an 800-volt charging architecture. That gives it a peak DC charging speed of 320 kW, enabling it to gain 100 miles in five minutes or 202 miles in around 10 minutes under ideal conditions. Meanwhile, DC charging from 10 to 80 percent takes as little as 22 minutes under ideal conditions. The CLA’s battery pack has a usable capacity of 85 kWh.
Power-wise, the CLA 250+ has a single electric motor with 268 hp and 247 lb-ft of torque, turning the rear wheels only. On the other hand, the CLA 350 4MATIC has a dual-motor AWD setup with 349 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque. In terms of driving range, the CLA 250+ has an EPA rating of 374 miles on certain variants. Most will have an EPA driving range rating of 317 miles. Meanwhile, the CLA 350 isn’t far behind at 312 miles per charge. The CLA should also come standard with the NACS charging inlet for North America.
Source: Mercedes-Benz
