Range Analysis
CLA Electric Range
ARAI: 780 km · Real-world: ~663 km · Battery: 40 kWh
ARAI Claimed
780km
Real-World Estimate
663km
~85% of claimed
Battery
40 kWh
Efficiency
6.0 Wh/km
Range Loss
-117 km
Range by Driving Conditions
City Driving
Stop-and-go with regen braking
696 km
89% of claimed
Highway (80 km/h)
Constant moderate speed
610 km
78% of claimed
Highway (100+ km/h)
High speed increases drag
517 km
66% of claimed
AC On
Cooling reduces range ~10%
597 km
77% of claimed
Heater On (Winter)
Heating is the biggest drain
530 km
68% of claimed
Hilly Terrain
Steep climbs use more energy
544 km
70% of claimed
597km
77% of claimed
630km
81% of claimed
517km
66% of claimed
663km
85% of claimed
Range by Speed
716 km
40 km/h
663 km
60 km/h
610 km
80 km/h
544 km
100 km/h
464 km
120 km/h
Range decreases as speed increases due to aerodynamic drag
CLA Electric Range — What to Expect
The CLA Electric comes equipped with a 40 kWh battery pack that delivers an ARAI-certified range of 780 km on a single charge. In real-world conditions on Indian roads, expect approximately 663 km — about 85% of the claimed figure.
City driving actually gives better range (696 km) thanks to regenerative braking recovering energy during stops. Highway driving at 80 km/h reduces range to 610 km, while speeds above 100 km/h can drop it to 517 km due to increased aerodynamic drag.
Seasonal conditions also play a role. In winter, the CLA Electric's range can drop by up to 20% when the cabin heater is active. Summer with AC on typically sees a 10% reduction. Spring and autumn offer the best range due to ideal operating temperatures for the lithium-ion battery.
For daily commuters driving 40-60 km/day, the CLA Electric provides 13-17 days of driving between charges. With India's expanding fast-charging network, long-distance trips are increasingly feasible with planned stops every 200-250 km.
Compare Range with Similar EVs
| Vehicle | Claimed | Real* | Battery | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA Electric THIS | 780 km | 663 km | 40 kWh | — |
| Bmw I4 | 590 km | 502 km | 83.9 kWh | ₹72.50 L |
| Bmw Ix1 | 531 km | 451 km | 66.4 kWh | ₹49.90 L |
| Mg Cyberster | 580 km | 493 km | 77 kWh | ₹75.00 L |
| Mg M9 | 548 km | 466 km | 90 kWh | ₹69.90 L |
| DC2 Mercury e-TanQ | 400 km | 340 km | 55 kWh | ₹50.00 L |
* Estimated at 85% of ARAI claim under standard conditions