Mercedes-Benz

CLA 200 electric

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-08

Mercedes' first electric CLA — built on the new MMA platform shared with the GLB, with 800V architecture and up to 792km WLTP range on the range-topping battery.

Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric — electric car Ireland 2026
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€57,493 Guide price inc. VAT
542km WLTP ~428km real-world
542WLTP range km58kWh battery
428Real range kmIrish conditions est.
200Max DC kWFast charging
7.5s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€57,493PriceInc. 23% VAT
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity58 kWh
WLTP range542 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~428 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)7.5s
Top speed210 km/h
Torque330 Nm
DrivetrainRWD
Max DC charge rate200 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity405 L
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,723 mm
Width1,855 mm
Height1,468 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range542km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~428km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Mercedes-Benz highlights

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Single account for 1M+ chargers globally — ESB, Ionity and more
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MBUX Hyperscreen (EQS)
Curved 141cm display spanning the full dashboard width
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EV-specific refinement
Active noise cancellation and aero-optimised body for cabin silence

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€57,493
Guide price€57,493

ℹ️ The SEAI Private Car Grant does not apply — list price exceeds the €50,000 grant threshold. Business buyers may still benefit from the BIK OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026. Always verify at seai.ie.

Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€385
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€787
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,315/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the CLA costs approximately €385 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 CLA — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price
CLA 200 electric
Entry — confirmed
58kWh · 542km €57,493
CLA 250 electric
Estimate
71kWh · 674km €64,603
CLA 250+ electric
Estimate
85kWh · 792km €64,115
CLA 350 4MATIC electric
AWD — Estimate
85kWh · 720km €74,453

Prices include 23% VAT and already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. Net prices shown after the SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price is €50,000 or less) only. Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 CLA on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 168km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 208km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 118km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 168km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 8+ days between home charges

Based on ~428km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the CLA right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 405L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)❌ Not rated for towing
Private buyer (SEAI grant)⚠️ Check eligibility at seai.ie
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Efficient premium electric saloon.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~8h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~6h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~49min
🚀 200kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~12min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Mercedes me Charge provides access to 1,000,000+ chargers globally via a single account.

Mercedes me Charge gives EQ owners a single account for 1,000,000+ public chargers across Europe, including all major Irish networks. The EQS and EQE support 200kW+ DC ultra-rapid charging at Ionity stations.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,723 mm
Width1,855 mm
Height1,468 mm
Boot capacity405 L
TowingNot rated
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric has an Irish list price of €57,493 (including 23% VAT). The range starts from €57,493 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric has a WLTP official range of 542km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 428km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €385. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €787. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Mercedes uses "EQ" as its electric sub-brand. The EQS (S-Class equivalent) and EQE (E-Class equivalent) use the dedicated EVA2 platform with 200kW+ DC charging. The EQA and EQB are based on converted ICE platforms with lower DC charging speeds (100kW max). For fastest charging, EQS and EQE are the strongest performers.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric supports up to 200kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 8 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 49 minutes. At the maximum 200kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 12 minutes.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 electric is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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