BMW i4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Should you buy BMW i4 or Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Range, Battery Pack, Charging speed, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW i4 price starts at Rs 72.50 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi and Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric price starts at Rs 56.50 Lakh ex-showroom for New Delhi.
i4 Vs CLA Electric
| Key Highlights | BMW i4 | Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.81,42,801* | Rs.67,28,710* |
| Range (km) | 590 | 792 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 83.9 | 85.5 |
| Charging Time | 31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%) | 22Min-320 kW-(10-80%) |
BMW i4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric comparison
- BMW i4
- eDrive35 M Sport (Electric) 72.50 Lakh*
- Top SellingeDrive40 M Sport (Electric) 77.50 Lakh*
Rs77.50 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.81,42,801* | Rs.67,28,710* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,57,118/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,28,071/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.3,15,301 | Rs.2,64,710 |
| User Rating | Based on 58 Reviews | Based on 2 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | |
| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge. ✕ | ₹1.42/km | ₹1.08/km |
Engine & Transmission
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output. ✕ | No | Yes |
| Charging Time | 31 Min-DC-200kW (0-80%) | 22Min-320 kW-(10-80%) |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 83.9 | 85.5 |
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | ZEV | ZEV |
| Top Speed (kmph) | 190 | - |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | Air suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Air suspension | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | - | Electric |
| Steering Gear Type Specifies the type of mechanism used to turn the car's wheels, such as rack and pinion or recirculating ball. Affects the feel of the steering. ✕ | - | Rack & Pinion |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4783 | 4723 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 2073 | 1855 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1448 | 1468 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2540 | 2790 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 3 Zone | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | - | Yes |
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Interior
| Front Air Vents | ||
| Steering Wheel | ||
| DashBoard | ||
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed. ✕ | Yes | - |
| Leather Seats | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
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Exterior
| Rear Right Side | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Brooklyn Grey Metallic Mineral White Portimao Blue Metallic Black Sapphire i4 Colours | Night Black MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Cosmit Black MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey Clear Blue +3 MoreCLA Electric Colours |
| Body Type | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SedanAll Sedan Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it. ✕ | - | Yes |
| No. of Airbags | 8 | 7 |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Speed Assist System | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Navigation With Live Traffic | - | Yes |
| Over the Air (OTA) Updates | - | Yes |
Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| USB And Auxiliary Input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.✕ | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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