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Decision summary
Leapmotor B10 vs Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
B10
CLA Electric
Maximum Power
B10-
CLA Electric200 kW
Maximum Torque
B10-
CLA Electric335 Nm
Engine Size
B10-
CLA ElectricNot Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
B10-
CLA Electric0 km/l
Ground Clearance
B10-
CLA Electric150 mm
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Leapmotor B10
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Leapmotor B10; final local BEV and REEV derivative matrix pending
Current South African CLA Electric generation represented by derivative CLA 250+
Body Style
SUV
Sedan
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
Current South African retail range
Segment
Electric compact SUV
Premium coupé
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Coupé
Model Introduced Year
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2026
Facelift History
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Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
Facelift Launched Since
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Current South African model cycle
Facelift Version Ending
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Current
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Charging Type
BEV and REEV configurations announced
CCS2 DC fast charging | Type 2 AC charging
Claimed Mileage
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0 km/l
City Mileage
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0 km/l
Highway Mileage
-
0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
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0 l
Emission Standard
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Zero tailpipe emissions
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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0 l
Auto Start Stop
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Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
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0 km/l
Charging Port Type
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CCS2 DC fast charging | Type 2 AC charging
Fuel Tank Litres
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0
Combined Driving Range
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750
Electric Consumption
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14.6-12.3 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
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750 km
Range Real World Mixed
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750 km
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African electrified passenger vehicle
Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded.
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current South African retail price
Price Zar
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1212650 ZAR
Starting Price
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1300000
Starting Price Zar
-
1300000
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Length
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4800 mm
Width
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1900 mm
Height
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1600 mm
Wheelbase
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2790 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
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150 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
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500 l
Boot/Cargo Space
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500 l
Kerb Weight
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2000 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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2000 kg
Payload Capacity
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500 kg
Towing Capacity
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500 kg
Seating Capacity
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4 seats
Number of Rows
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2 rows
Doors
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2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
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12.0 m
Front Headroom
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960 mm
Rear Headroom
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960 mm
Front Legroom
-
900 mm
Rear Legroom
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900 mm
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Engine
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Electric engine
Engine Code
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
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Electric
Hybrid System
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Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
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Not Applicable
Cylinders
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Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
-
Not Applicable
Valves
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Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
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Not Applicable
Aspiration
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Not Applicable
Fuel System
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Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
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Not Applicable
Bore
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Not Applicable
Stroke
-
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
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200 kW
Maximum Torque
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335 Nm
Combined Power
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Not Applicable
Combined Torque
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Not Applicable
Motor Type
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Permanent-magnet synchronous motor
Number of Motors
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1
Motor Location
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Rear
Drive Type
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RWD
Transmission
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Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
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210 km/h
0-100 km/h
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6.7 sec
Quarter Mile
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15.0 sec
Drive Modes
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Comfort, Sport, Individual
Launch Control
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No
Rev Limiter
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Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
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85 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
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85.0 kWh
Battery Type
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85.0
Battery Voltage
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85.0 V
Electric Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Power
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11 kW
DC Charging Power
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320 kW
AC Charging Time
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Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
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Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
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Yes
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Gearbox
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Single-speed reduction gear
Drivetrain Layout
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RWD
LSD Available
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No
Transfer Case
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Not Applicable
Differential Lock
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No
Paddle Shifters
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No
Final Drive Ratio
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Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
Number of Gears
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1
Transmission Type
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Single-speed reduction gear
Clutch Type
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Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
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Yes
Gear Shift Type
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Electronic shift-by-wire
Drivetrain
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RWD
4WD Engagement
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No
4WD Hi Range
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750
4WD Lo Range
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750
4WD Selector
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No
Automatic Shift Paddles
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No
Front Differential Lock
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No
Gearbox Type
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Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range Ratio
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750
Low Range
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750
Axle Layout
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Driven axle configuration: RWD
Rear Differential Lock
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No
Transmission Speeds
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1
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Airbags
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7
ABS
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Yes
Electronic Stability Control
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Yes
Traction Control
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Yes
Hill Descent Control
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No
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
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Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
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Yes
Brake Assist
-
Ventilated disc brakes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
Engine Immobiliser
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Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Front Parking Sensors
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Front and rear
AEB
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Ventilated disc brakes
BA
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Yes
Brake Override System
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Ventilated disc brakes
Curtain Airbags
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Yes
Driver Airbag
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Yes
EBD
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Yes
Engine Immobiliser
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Yes
Hill Hold
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Yes
Passenger Airbag
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Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Seatbelt Reminder
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Side Airbags
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Yes
Stability Control
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Yes
TCS
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Yes
Knee Airbag
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Yes
ABS EBD
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Yes
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Cruise Control
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Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Yes
Lane Keep Assist
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Yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Yes
Parking Sensors
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Front and rear
Rear View Camera
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Yes
360 Degree Camera
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Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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Ventilated disc brakes
Driver Fatigue Alert
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Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
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Yes
Auto Highbeam
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Yes
Auto Wipers
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Rain-sensing automatic wipers
Rear Parking Sensors
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Front and rear
Reverse Camera
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Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Yes
Park Assist
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Yes
Around View Monitor
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Yes
Blind Spot Warning
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Yes
Forward Collision Warning
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Yes
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Seat Material
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ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
Heated Seats
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Front heated seats
Ventilated Seats
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Model/option dependent
Ambient Lighting
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64-colour ambient lighting
Steering Wheel Material
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Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
60 40 Split Seat
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Driver Seat Adjustment
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Electric adjustment with memory
Passenger Seat Adjustment
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Electric adjustment with memory
Seat Trim
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Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Climate Control
-
Automatic climate control
Power Windows
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Yes
Keyless Entry
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KEYLESS-GO
Push Button Start
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Yes
Wireless Charging
-
Yes
Sunroof
-
Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof
Electric Tailgate
-
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Rain-sensing automatic wipers
AC Type
-
Automatic climate control
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Infotainment System
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MBUX multimedia system
Apple CarPlay
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
-
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
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Yes
Number of Speakers
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13
Digital Instrument Cluster
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12.3-inch digital instrument display
USB Ports
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USB-C ports
Infotainment Screen
-
MBUX multimedia system
Touchscreen
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MBUX multimedia system
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
LED Headlamps
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LED High Performance headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
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LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
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Integrated LED all-weather lighting
Roof Rails
-
No
Exterior Colour Options
-
Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment
Headlights
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LED High Performance headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Approach Angle
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Not Applicable
Departure Angle
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Not Applicable
Wading Depth
-
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
-
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
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No
4WD System Type
-
No
Breakover Angle
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Not Applicable
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Tyre Size
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245/40 R19
Front Brake Type
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Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
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Disc
Spare Wheel Type
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19-inch alloy wheels
Wheel Rim Size
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19
Handbrake Type
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Ventilated disc brakes
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Front Suspension
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Independent multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension
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Independent multi-link suspension
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
CO2 Emissions
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0 g/km
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Service Plan
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5 Years / 100000 km
Spec
B10
CLA Electric
Warranty
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5 Years / 100000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B10 and CLA Electric comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
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What the evidence means
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Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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