The competition in the electric vehicle market is going strong. But when we look at the market shares, there’s an interesting picture. Despite having over a hundred years of history and industry experience, European and American car giants are lagging behind newer companies like Tesla and BYD in the EV market. Traditional companies are struggling to catch up. Still, Mercedes seems eager to lead this change. The much-awaited 2025 Mercedes CLA EV has been seen. Here are the details…
Mercedes CLA EV to Reveal Concept at Munich Motor Show, Aims for 400-Mile Range
Mercedes-Benz is expanding its product range. Recent spy photos have revealed the company’s next big project, the first all-electric CLA-Class sedan. Like all spy photos, the car was heavily camouflaged. Still, we can get some ideas about it. For example, the front end features a wide grille with a Mercedes-Benz star emblem in the center, flanked by slim headlights.
The side profile is similar to the current CLA-Class, with a sloping roofline and a coupe-like silhouette. The rear end features a sloping trunk lid and slim taillights. Also in the highly anticipated model is its lack of exhaust pipes, which confirms again that it’s fully electric. The vehicle is probably going to be built on Mercedes’ new MMA platform. This platform is made for hybrid and electric cars. Many new Mercedes cars will use this platform in the next few years.
Mercedes has not yet released any official details about the CLA EV, but it’s expected to have a range of around 400 miles (644 km). It’s also likely to be offered in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. The CLA EV is expected to be unveiled later this year, and it’s likely to go on sale in early 2024. However, it is expected to be revealed this September at the International Motor Show in Munich and it will compete against a growing number of electric luxury sedans, including the Tesla Model 3, the Audi e-tron GT, and the Porsche Taycan.
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