BMW i5 LWB VS Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric Comparison, Price, Features, Mileage
My cousin spent two weeks deciding between BMW i5 LWB and Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric. We sat him down, showed him the mileage side by side, and the decision was done in five minutes. See if the table below does the same for you.
Difference between BMW i5 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Comparing top models: eDrive35L M Sport vs CLA 250 Plus Launch Edition. BMW i5 LWB's top variant is priced ₹15.60 Lakh higher. Key differences are in Max Power, Airbags, ADAS and Transmission.
Max Power
eDrive35L M Sport
268bhp
CLA 250 Plus Launch Edition
268.20bhp
Airbags
eDrive35L M Sport
8
CLA 250 Plus Launch Edition
7
ADAS
eDrive35L M Sport
Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Prevention Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Adaptive High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitor
CLA 250 Plus Launch Edition
Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Speed Assist System, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, Adaptive High Beam Assist
Transmission
eDrive35L M Sport
Single Speed Automatic
CLA 250 Plus Launch Edition
Automatic
Key Highlights of BMW i5 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
| Specification | BMW i5 LWB | Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹79.60 Lakh | ₹56.50 Lakh |
| Max Power | 268bhp | 221.26bhp |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | Single Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater | 5 Seater |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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Select Car
BMW i5 LWB · First Edition
79.60 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹130,649/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric · 200
56.50 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹92,735/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
Loan Offers
BMW i5 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric EMI
EMI of BMW i5 LWB will be ₹130,649 per month and for Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric it will be ₹92,735 per month.
Engine & Transmission
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| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 268bhp | 221.26bhp |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 410Nm | 335Nm |
| Emission Standard | ZEV | ZEV |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Transmission | Single Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
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| Length *Width *Height | 5175 mm × 2156 mm × 1520 mm | 4723 mm × 1855 mm × 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3105 mm | 2790 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Suspension & Brakes
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| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Air suspension | Rear twist beam |
| Steering | Electronic | Electric |
| Tyres | F245/45 R20 | R275/40 R20 Tubeless | — |
| Wheels | 20 Inch | — |
| Front Brake Type | — | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | — | Disc |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | — | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | — | Yes |
| Traction Control System (TC/TCS) | Yes | — |
Exterior
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| Sunroof | Panoramic | — |
| Antenna | Shark Fin | — |
| Headlights | LED | LED |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | — |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Security
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| ADAS | Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Prevention Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Adaptive High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitor | Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Speed Assist System, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Adaptive High Beam Assist |
| Airbags | 8 | 7 |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchor Points | Yes | — |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
Comfort & Interior
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| Air Conditioner | Yes (with Rear Vents) | Yes (with Rear Vents) |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Assist | — | 360° Camera |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| Steering Adjustment | — | Powered Adjustment |
| Keyless Start/ Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Charging Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Leather |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Front Only | — |
| Split Rear Seat | — | 40:20:40 Split |
| Power Windows | Front & Rear | Front & Rear |
| ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Powered & Folding | — |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | Yes | — |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | — |
Tech & Features
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| Infotainment Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Audio System | 17 Front & Rear | — |
| USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Connectivity | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| GPS Navigation System | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Colours
Colours
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| Available Colours |
Mineral White Metallic Oxide Grey Metallic M Carbon Black Metallic Phytonic Blue Metallic |
Night Black MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Cosmit Black MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey Clear Blue Polar White Aqua Mint MANUFAKTUR Cosmos Black Magno |
Compare Variants of BMW i5 LWB
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First Edition
79.60 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹1.31L/mo · 20% down · 5yr
automatic
Electric
Key Features
- Sunroof
- ADAS
- 8 Airbags
- Wireless Charger
- Ventilated Seats
BMW i5 LWB comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Single Speed Automatic | 1 | Automatic | 8 | 9 / Automatic | 9 |
| Engine | - | - | 1998 cc | 2998 cc | 1999 cc - 1993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol |
| Max Power | 268 bhp | 335.25 bhp | 255 bhp | 374 bhp - 368.78 bhp | 201 bhp - 194 bhp | 402.30 bhp |
| Mileage | - | - | 15.7 kmpl | 13.02 kmpl | 12 - 15 kmpl | 10 kmpl |
| Boot Space | - | 470 Litres | 520 Litres | 480 Litres | - | 435 Litres |
| Airbags | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 7 |
Compare Variants of Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
View All Variants⭐ Currently Viewing
200
56.50 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹92,735/mo · 20% down · 5yr
automatic
Electric
Key Features
- ADAS
- 7 Airbags
- Wireless Charger
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Push Button Start
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | 9 / Automatic | Single Speed Automatic | 7 | Automatic | e |
| Engine | - | 1496 cc - 1993 cc | - | 1984 cc | - | 2487 cc |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel | Electric | Petrol | Electric | Petrol |
| Max Power | 221.26 bhp - 268.20 bhp | 201.15 bhp - 197.13 bhp | - | 261.49 bhp | 201.15 bhp - 308.43 bhp | 227 bhp |
| Mileage | - | 15 - 23 kmpl | - | 21 kmpl | - | 25.49 kmpl |
| Boot Space | 405 Litres | 455 Litres | 420 Litres | 600 Litres | 400 Litres | 524 Litres |
| Airbags | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
Top Models Comparison
VS
BMW i5 LWB
₹79.60 Lakh L
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
₹56.50 Lakh L
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BMW i5 LWB
₹79.60 Lakh L
AMG C 63
₹190.91 Lakh L
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Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
₹56.50 Lakh L
AMG C43
₹94.05 Lakh L
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BMW i5 LWB
₹79.60 Lakh L
C-Class
₹59.90 Lakh L
VS
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
₹56.50 Lakh L
E-Class
₹80.00 Lakh L
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BMW i5 LWB
₹79.60 Lakh L
AMG E 53
₹145.00 Lakh L
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