Mercedes-Benz USA has announced U.S. pricing for the all-new electric CLA, marking the first model in a new electric vehicle family built on the company’s 800-volt architecture. The rear-wheel-drive CLA 250+ will start at $47,250, while the all-wheel-drive CLA 350 4MATIC will be priced from $49,800.
Both prices exclude a $1,250 destination charge. The 2026 model-year vehicle will begin U.S. press evaluations in December, with customer deliveries to follow shortly afterward and volume production ramping through the first quarter of 2026.
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The new CLA will be offered with two powertrain options built around a shared 85-kWh usable battery. The CLA 250+ uses a single rear-mounted electric motor producing 268 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque, with an estimated 0–60 mph acceleration time of 6.6 seconds and an EPA-rated driving range of up to 374 miles.
The CLA 350 4MATIC features dual motors with a front disconnect unit, delivering 349 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque, achieving an estimated 0–60 mph time of 4.8 seconds and an EPA range of up to 312 miles. Both versions support DC fast charging at up to 320 kW, enabling an estimated 10–80% recharge in 22 minutes under optimal conditions, along with AC charging at 9.6 kW.
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Mercedes-Benz will offer the electric CLA in three trim levels: Standard, Exclusive and Pinnacle. Standard equipment includes the latest MBUX infotainment system, heated power front seats with memory, a fixed panoramic glass roof and seven years of navigation with Electric Intelligence. The Exclusive trim adds features such as KEYLESS-GO, dual-zone climate control, wireless smartphone charging and flush-fitting power door handles.
The top Pinnacle trim includes the MBUX Superscreen, head-up display, 360-degree parking assist, Digital Vehicle Key and the LED Intelligent Light System. Advanced driver assistance systems are standard across the range, with optional MB.DRIVE ASSIST adding enhanced steering and lane change support.
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The CLA adopts a fastback exterior design with an illuminated grille featuring 142 individual star elements and a central illuminated Mercedes-Benz emblem. Buyers can choose from eight exterior paint colors and a range of 17-, 18- and 19-inch aerodynamic wheel designs, along with optional AMG appearance packages. Inside, customers can select from multiple upholstery and trim materials, while audio upgrades include an available Burmester 3D Surround Sound System with Dolby Atmos support.
