New Mercedes CLA available from £45,615

Mercedes is now accepting orders for the all-new electric CLA, which offers a range of up to 484 miles.

The fresh model will also be available with hybrid-petrol powertrain, at a later date.

Initially, the CLA is offered as the CLA 250+, equipped with an 85 kWh battery and a 272PS motor mounted on the rear-axle. The CLA 250+ can accelerate from zero to 62 mph in 6.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 130mph. 

Three trim levels are available: Sport Edition (£45,615), AMG Line Edition (£49,375) and AMG Line Premium Edition (£51,770).

The car has a range of up to 484 miles, in Sport Edition specification, and can be recharged at up to 320kW – meaning over 200 miles of range can be added in just ten minutes at a compatible charger.

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The CLA 350 is expected to join the range later and incorporates a second motor on the front axle, boosting total power to 353PS. For peak efficiency, the front motor is automatically decoupled when not required. An third model, with a smaller 58kWh battery, will also join the line-up later.

Hybrid versions will use a new 1.5-litre petrol engine and be capable of more than 50mpg.

The new CLA retains its four-door coupe silhouette, gaining length to benefit passenger space.

Luggage space is reduced, slightly, but electric versions of the CLA gain a 'frunk' under the bonnet.

The CLA's interior uses a new architecture with screens that span the entire width of the dashboard. Physical switchgear is minimised, with greater reliance on the touchscreen. Mercedes has revised the operating system, adding artificial intelligence and Google services.

The new CLA is available to order now with first deliveries due in Q3. The CLA Shooting Brake estate will arrive in 2026.