Mercedes-Benz has just given a small preview of its next generation CLA which will be offered in 100% electric and hybrid versions. The video doesn’t reveal the car’s design, which is completely under wraps, and many technical details are still under wraps.
Mercedes-Benz plans to launch the next generation of its popular CLA next year, and it will be available in a 100% electric version. The manufacturer published a video showing the prototype, hidden under camouflage so that everything does not appear at once.
The electric CLA inherits the technology developed for the EQXX concept, which was able to travel 1,000 km on a single charge. The new CLA will be exclusively equipped with a two-speed transmission. speedspeed Which offers a balance between sports performance and performance. It will integrate the MB.OS operating system with the MBUX virtual assistant, for a more natural interaction with it the carthe car.
Ola Källenius, Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz AG, and Sarah Harman offer a first look at the CLA. © Mercedes-Benz, YouTube
A 100% electric version and a hybrid version
” With the CLA, we are entering a new era at Mercedes-Benz.Mercedes-Benz Managing Director Ola Kallenius says. A.GA.G. We will significantly improve every aspect that our customers can expect from Mercedes in this segment. The modular platform allows for maximum flexibility: we can offer the CLA in both advanced electric drive versions and hybrid versions. CombustionCombustion Electric and our operating system, MB.OS, will make it the smartest car ever. »
Even if the manufacturer reveals little technical information, the electric CLA should have an 800 battery. VoltVolt With 250 kW of charging, and a range of over 750 km. A 15-minute recharge will restore a range of 400 km. In terms of design, the Electric CLA should take the silhouette of the Concept CLA that was unveiled last year. The car is being hidden, Mercedes-Benz limited itself to revealing the headlights, whichThe starThe star Three branches of the brand.
Mercedes-Benz will also offer a version. HybridHybridWith 48V technology and electrified transmission for greater efficiency. To find out more, you’ll have to wait for the launch planned for 2025.
