Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| BMW i4 | Mercedes-Benz CLA | |
|---|---|---|
| Model years (differs) | 2021-now | 2025-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | € 61,900 | € 55,858 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 79/100 | 82/100 |
| Reliability (differs) | 72/100 | n/a |
| Efficiency (differs) | 76/100 | n/a |
| Practicality (differs) | 72/100 | 70/100 |
| Value retention | n/a | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Body style (differs) | Liftback | Sedan |
| Doors (differs) | 5 | 4 |
| Range (WLTP, km) (differs) | 590 | 792 |
| Battery (kWh) (differs) | 81 | 85 |
| Power (hp) (differs) | 340 | 272 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 5.7 | 6.7 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 190 | 210 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4783 | 4723 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1852 | 1855 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1448 | 1468 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 2125 | 2055 |
| Fast charging, public charger (kW) (differs) | 205 | 320 |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1600 | 1500 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 470 | 405 |
| Consumption WLTP (kWh/100km) (differs) | 15 | 12.5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
WLTP is the official EU test cycle; real-world figures are usually a bit lower. See the guide on WLTP versus real-world consumption.
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · G26 eDrive40 (2024)
Electric liftback on the 4 Series Gran Coupé body, rear-wheel drive in the eDrive40. WLTP around 590 km (manufacturer figure, indicative); owners report substantially lower in winter (public forums, not measured by us). Braked towing weight 1,600 kg.
Profile · C174 (2025-, MMA-platform)
Third-generation CLA (C174), unveiled March 2025, built on the new Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA) platform with both EV and hybrid variants. EV variant CLA 250+ has 85 kWh net, 272 hp and an 800V architecture; DC charging up to 320 kW (manufacturer figure). WLTP around 792 km. Boot 405 litres, braked towing weight 1,500 kg. A Shooting Brake estate sits alongside the sedan. Indicative German starting price around 55,858 euro.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.