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Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC

BMW i5 eDrive40

2025
Release
May 2023
771 km
Range
582 km
85 kWh usable
Battery
81.2 kWh usable, 83.9 kWh total
All-Wheel Drive 260 kW (354 hp)
Power
Rear-wheel drive 250 kW (340 hp)
4.9 sec 0-100 km/h
0-100 km/h
6 sec 0-100 km/h (5.7 sec 0-60 mph)
4.9 sec 0-100 km/h
Top Speed
193 km/h (120 mph)
62000 USD
Price
70000 USD
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Compare Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC vs BMW i5 eDrive40

The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC was officially introduced in 2025. It is powered by a 85 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 771 km. The powertrain configuration delivers All-Wheel Drive 260 kW (354 hp), enabling an acceleration of 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h. This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 62000 USD.

Shifting focus to the alternative, the BMW i5 eDrive40 was officially introduced in May 2023. At its core, it features a 81.2 kWh usable, 83.9 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 582 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 250 kW (340 hp), enabling an acceleration of 6 sec 0-100 km/h (5.7 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 193 km/h (120 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 70000 USD.

Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC
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Launch
Announced 2025 May 2023
Release date 2025 June 2023
Performance
Power All-Wheel Drive 260 kW (354 hp) Rear-wheel drive 250 kW (340 hp)
Torque 515 Nm (380 lb-ft) 430 Nm (317 lb-ft)
Acceleration 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h 6 sec 0-100 km/h (5.7 sec 0-60 mph)
Top speed 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h 193 km/h (120 mph)
Battery
Battery capacity 85 kWh usable 81.2 kWh usable, 83.9 kWh total
Battery type Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion 400V
Driving range 771 km 582 km
Consumption 12.5 kWh/100 km 15.9 kWh/100 km
Regenerative braking Yes Yes
Heat pump Yes Yes
Home charging Type 2 11 kW, 10-100% in 9 hours Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8.25 hours Type 2 22 kW
Charging station CCS 320 kW max, 10-80% in 22 min CCS 205 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min
Additional Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) -
Body
Doors & seats 4 door sedan, 5 seats 4 door coupe, 5 seats
Dimensions 4723 x 1855 x 1468 mm (185.9 x 73.0 x 57.8 in) 5060 x 1900 x 1515 mm (199.2 x 74.8 x 59.6 in)
Weight 2135 kg unladen, 2575 kg gross 2205 kg unladen
Wheels size R17, R18, R19 R18, R19, R20, R21
Trunk volume 405 l 490 l
Front trunk 101 l No
Display
Center screen 14" touchscreen 14.9" touchscreen
Driver's display 10.3" 12.3"
Head-up display Yes Yes, with augmented reality
Various 14" passenger display -
Comfort
Seats Heated front seats Heated and cooled front seats, heated outer rear seats
Roof Panoramic glass sunroof Glass roof
Parking aids Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, self parking, remote parking assist Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Parking Assistant Professional
Connectivity - Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Safety
Airbags Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system Side, center, rear, including front and rear head airbags
Driving aids 5 radars, 8 cameras, 12 sensors. Traffic sign assistant, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active distance assistant, Adaptive high beam assistant, Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Pedestrian warning function in the area of ​​zebra crossings, Active Emergency Stop Assist Long range radar (300 m), corner short range radars (4 units), 8MP front camera, Active Lane Change Assist with eye confirmation, Lane Control Assist, Driving Assistant Professional, Assisted Driving View, Rear Crossing-Traffic Warning, Exit warning function, Steering Assistant
Crash tests - 5 stars
Extra - eDrive Exterior Sound
Misc
Price 62000 USD 70000 USD

Frequently Asked Questions: Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC vs BMW i5 eDrive40

The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC offers an estimated electric range of 771 km, while the BMW i5 eDrive40 provides a range of approximately 582 km on a single charge.

The Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC is equipped with a 85 kWh usable battery pack, whereas the BMW i5 eDrive40 comes with a 81.2 kWh usable, 83.9 kWh total.

In terms of acceleration, the Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC goes from 0-100 km/h in 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h. By comparison, the BMW i5 eDrive40 achieves the same speed in 6 sec 0-100 km/h (5.7 sec 0-60 mph).

The starting price for the Mercedes CLA 350 4MATIC is roughly 62000 USD, while the BMW i5 eDrive40 starts at around 70000 USD.