The fully electric Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ technology has quietly arrived in South Africa. Here’s what the battery-powered sedan costs in Mzansi…
- Rear-driven CLA 250+ generates 200 kW
- Listed WLTP range tops out at 792 km
- EV version follows petrol-powered CLA
The fully electric version of the new Mercedes-Benz CLA – officially badged as the CLA 250+ with EQ technology – has touched down in South Africa, offering a claimed single-charge range of nearly 800 km.
Yes, the German brand’s local division has quietly added the new C174-series electric vehicle (EV) to its configurator, a little over 2 months after the petrol-powered (with mild-hybrid assistance) version of the 3rd-generation sedan launched in Mzansi.
The CLA 250+ with EQ technology features a rear-mounted electric motor generating 200 kW and 335 Nm. According to Mercedes-Benz, these peak outputs facilitate a 0-100 kph sprint in 6.7 seconds and a maximum speed of 210 kph.
This electric powertrain features an 85 kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt battery pack, which the Stuttgart-based firm says offers a single-charge range of between 694 and 792 km (using the WLTP standard). The maximum AC and DC charging capacities are 11 kW and 320 kW, respectively, though the former number can be optionally increased to 22 kW (for some R13 000).
Shipping standard in Progressive trim, the new CLA 250+ is priced from R1 212 650. Selecting the AMG Line grade adds R47 400 to the starting price and forces the selection of the R29 300 Advanced Plus Package. Opting for the AMG Line Plus specification comes at a cost of R111 100 (while also forcing buyers to take the R82 800 Premium Package and the R2 300 automatic front-passenger airbag deactivation).
In South Africa, available options for the CLA 250+ include the Night Package (R19 000) and the AMG Line Sports Seat Package (R16 000), along with the aforementioned Advanced Plus Package and Premium Package equipment bundles, as well as the Premium Plus Package (R126 600).
Local buyers can also choose from a range of alloy-wheel designs (priced up to R42 642 for 19-inch AMG 5-spoke items) and specify additional extras such as multi-beam adaptive LED headlamps (R11 200), “Magic Sky Control” (R26 000) for the standard panoramic sunroof, the MBUX Superscreen (R23 000), a head-up display (R17 800) and a Burmester 3D surround-sound system (R21 500).
What does the new Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ EV cost in SA?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| CLA 250+ | R1 212 650 |
The price above includes Mercedes-Benz’s 5-year/100 000 km warranty (we’ve yet to confirm battery-specific cover, but we suspect such warranty parameters will be 8 years or 160 000 km) and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What does the electric Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ cost in South Africa?
A: The all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ technology is priced from R1 212 650 in standard Progressive trim, with AMG Line and AMG Line Plus packages available at an additional cost.
Q: What is the driving range and battery capacity of the Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ EV?
A: Equipped with an 85 kWh nickel-manganese-cobalt battery pack, the CLA 250+ boasts a WLTP single-charge driving range between 694 km and 792 km, supporting ultra-fast DC charging up to 320 kW.
Q: What are the performance specs of the fully electric Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+?
A: Powered by a rear-mounted electric motor delivering 200 kW and 335 Nm of torque, the sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds with a top speed of 210 km/h.
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