USA EV Comparison: Mercedes CLA 250+ vs EQE 300

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General Info

While the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) is announced, but not yet in production.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.

Property Mercedes CLA 250+ Mercedes EQE 300
Years of Production 2025-… 2022-…
Current Status Announced Produced
Country of Manufacture Hungary Germany, China
Body Style Sedan Sedan
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price USA (New) $55000 - Price USA (New)
GCC Score 7.4 6.6

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Mercedes CLA 250+ Mercedes EQE 300
Range (EPA) 431 mi - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) 492 mi 405 mi
Range (GCC) 405 mi 324 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 90 kWh 98 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 85 kWh 89 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 21 kWh/100 mi 27.5 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.76 mi/kWh 3.64 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 10 8.8

Charging

The Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

The Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Property Mercedes CLA 250+ Mercedes EQE 300
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 9.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 320 kW 170 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 2
Charging Score 8.3 6.5

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Mercedes CLA 250+ Mercedes EQE 300
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 200 kW 180 kW
Motor Power (hp) 268 hp 241 hp
Motor Torque 247 lb-ft 406 lb-ft
0-60 mph 6.6 s 7 s
Top Speed 130 mph 130 mph
Performance Score 4.4 4.8

Dimensions

The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is longer, wider, and taller.

The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Mercedes CLA 250+ Mercedes EQE 300
Length 185.9 in 194.7 in
Width (with Mirrors) 79.6 in 82.8 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 73 in 75 in
Height 57.8 in 59.2 in
Wheelbase 109.8 in 122.8 in

Cargo and Towing

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Mercedes CLA 250+ (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 3307 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Mercedes CLA 250+ Mercedes EQE 300
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4530 lb 5302 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 14.3 ft3 15.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) - Cargo Volume (Max) 31.6 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 3.6 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 3307 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.2 5.5
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