Watch: New Mercedes CLA Electric first drive – the future of Merc?
We've driven the new all-electric Mercedes CLA, but is it as good as the Tesla Model 3?
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The new Mercedes CLA has come out at a time when there's more competition than ever before. With rising brands like BYD and XPENG, it's harder to stand out with a properly impressive electric car.
Join Sam Sheehan as he gets behind the wheel of the new CLA 250+ to see if it's any good, but crucially, whether it can knock the Tesla Model 3 off its pedestal.
How much is the Mercedes CLA Electric?
Prices start at £45,615 for the entry-level Sport Edition, and currently rise to £53,120 for the AMG Line Premium Edition+. We say 'currently' because no doubt Mercedes will grow the range rapidly, and is expected to launch pricier AMG performance models down the line.
Mercedes CLA Electric specs:
483-mile range
85kWh battery
272hp or 354hp
0-62mph in 6.7 seconds
320kW max charging speed
405-litre boot
What trims are available?
Sport Edition
AMG Line Edition
AMG Line Premium Edition
AMG Line Premium Edition+
Should you buy a Mercedes CLA Electric?
With a 483-mile range and proper German build quality that the brand is famed for, Mercedes is clearly taking electric cars extremely seriously.
We think the new Mercedes CLA Electric would make for a superb entrance into the world of EVs, or even for someone looking to make the jump from a Tesla Model 3. No, seriously.
To hear our full verdict, make sure to watch our review above.