Volvo EC40
Rs.59 Lakh
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Volvo EC40 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric Comparison
Should you buy Volvo EC40 or Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric? Find out which electric car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, range, battery capacity, charging time, power, features, safety and dimensions. Volvo EC40 price starts at Rs.59 Lakh and Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric price starts at Rs.55 Lakh.
Key Highlights
Volvo EC40
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Price
Rs.59 Lakh
Rs.55 - Rs.64 Lakh
Range
530 km
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
58 kWh and 85.5 kWh
Power
402.3 bhp
221.26 - 268.20 bhp
Charging Time
27Min (150 kW DC)
10-80% in about 22 mins with 320 kW DC
Volvo EC40 Vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Rs.55 - Rs.64 Lakh
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Basic Information ⌄
Ex-showroom Price
Rs.59 Lakh
Rs.55 - Rs.64 Lakh
Battery & Range ⌄
Range
530 km
542 - 792 km
Real-world Range
360 - 435 km
420 - 650 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
58 kWh and 85.5 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion battery pack
Motor & Performance ⌄
Motor Power
402.3 bhp
221.26 - 268.20 bhp
Max Torque
660 Nm
335 Nm
Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Drive Type
All-wheel drive
Rear Wheel Drive / AWD expected
Transmission
Single-speed automatic
Automatic
Charging Details ⌄
Home Charger
7.4
11 kW
Home Charging Time
-
About 6.5-9 hours on 11 kW AC depending on battery
AC Charger
11
11 kW
AC Charging Time
8 Hours AC
11 kW AC charging supported
DC Charger
150
320 kW DC
DC Fast Charging Time
27Min (150 kW DC)
10-80% in about 22 mins with 320 kW DC
Connector Type
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC
Dimensions & Capacity ⌄
Length
4440 mm
4723 mm
Width
1873 mm
1855 mm
Height
1591 mm
1468 mm
Wheelbase
2702 mm
2790 mm
Boot Space
413 litres
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Seating Capacity
5
5
Features & Safety ⌄
Safety Rating
5 Star
Not tested by Bharat NCAP yet
Airbags
7 airbags
Multiple airbags
Key Features
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...
MB.OS interface | large digital screens | premium cabin materials | advanced driver assistance |...
Pros & Cons
Volvo EC40
Pros- Long claimed range
- Premium EV cabin
- Strong instant torque
- Fast CCS2 charging support
- High purchase price
- Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
- Fast-charger availability differs by route
- Service and option packs may affect final cost
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Pros- Claimed range between 542 km and 792 km
- Available with 58 kWh and 85.5 kWh battery option
- DC fast charging support helps reduce charging stops
- Useful features like MB.OS interface and large digital screens
- Real-world range is lower than the claimed 792 km figure
- Home or AC charging can take longer than DC fast charging
- Fast charging speed depends on charger availability and battery condition
- On-road price can be higher than the listed ₹55 - ₹64 Lakh ex-showroom range
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