DOES THIS NEW MERCEDES CHANGE EVERYTHING?

EV Channels Review

The new all-electric Mercedes CLA makes a strong debut, impressing with its sleek design, advanced technology, and comfortable ride. The reviewer highlights the car's aerodynamic efficiency, drawing parallels to the experimental EQXX, and praises the modern interior featuring a full-width screen and ChatGPT integration. Performance is noted as strong, particularly in the CLA 350, though the 250+ also delivers respectable acceleration. While the claimed 492-mile range is ambitious, the real-world tests suggest a still very good, albeit lower, figure of around 357 miles (73% of claim), with other journalists achieving up to 408 miles. Charging speeds are impressive, though not quite reaching the advertised 200 miles in 10 minutes. Minor criticisms include the lack of physical climate controls and some less premium materials in lower cabin areas. Overall, the CLA is recommended for its driving dynamics, technology, and good real-world range, positioning it as a compelling option against rivals like the Tesla Model 3 and BMW i4.