BMW i4 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA EV
Compare prices, claimed and real-world range, battery capacity, charging, performance, space and ownership-relevant specifications side by side.
Updated 23 September 2026 · Specifications can vary by variant and model year.
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Comparison overview
| Specification | BMW i4 | Mercedes-Benz CLA EV |
|---|---|---|
| Variant | eDrive40 | 200 Progressive Line |
| Ex-showroom price | ₹73.88 Lakh | ₹55.00 Lakh |
| Claimed range | 590 km | 542 km |
| Real-world range | 470 km | 425 km |
| Battery capacity | 83.9 kWh | 58 kWh |
| Motor power | 249.81 kW | 165 kW |
| DC fast charge | 31m | 22m |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
What the numbers say
- Mercedes-Benz CLA EV has the lowest listed ex-showroom price at ₹55.00 Lakh.
- BMW i4 has the highest displayed claimed range at 590 km.
- Mercedes-Benz CLA EV has the shortest displayed DC charging time at 22m.
Quick verdict
Best Range
Winner
BMW i4
590 km ARAI range
Best Value
Winner
Mercedes-Benz CLA EV
₹55.00 Lakh for 542 km
Best Performance
Winner
BMW i4
249.81 kW, 0-100 in 5.7s
Best for City
Winner
Mercedes-Benz CLA EV
9.3 km/kWh efficiency
Fastest Charging
Winner
Mercedes-Benz CLA EV
0-80% in 22 min
Most Spacious
Winner
BMW i4
470L boot, 5 seats
Winners are calculated from the displayed specifications. They are not paid rankings and should be considered alongside price, charging access and your daily usage.
Detailed specifications
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹73.88 Lakh | ₹55.00 Lakh |
| Vehicle Type | car | car |
| Launch Date | 1 May 2022 | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| ARAI Range | 590 km Best | 542 km |
| Real World Range | 470 km Best | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh Best | 58 kWh |
| Efficiency | 7.0 km/kWh | 9.3 km/kWh Best |
| Fast Charging (0-80%) | 31m | 22m Best |
| Home Charging (0-100%) | 31 hrs | 7 hrs Best |
| Motor Power | 249.81 kW Best | 165 kW |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 210 km/h Best |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s Best | 7.5s |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats Best | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | 470 L Best | 405 L |
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Data and comparison methodology
Prices are ex-showroom unless stated otherwise. Claimed range comes from the applicable certification or manufacturer figure stored in the BestEV catalogue; real-world range is shown separately when available. Charging times depend on the charger, battery temperature and stated charge window. Confirm the current variant, price and warranty with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before buying.
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