Mercedes-Benz CLA vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the Mercedes-Benz CLA compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery85 kWh

WLTP range792 km

Efficiency10.7 kWh/100 km

Max charging11 / 320 kW

Mercedes-Benz CLA: sedan body style illustration — Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ · body style illustration (not the exact model)

Mercedes-Benz CLA vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	Mercedes-Benz CLA	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£465	£1,703	£1,239
Germany	€683	€2,289	€1,606
France	€452	€2,164	€1,711
Canada	C$302	C$1,462	C$1,161
Australia	A$639	A$1,502	A$862
United Arab Emirates	AED 523	AED 2,272	AED 1,749
India	₹12,253	₹98,407	₹86,154
Saudi Arabia	SAR 344	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,927
Netherlands	€452	€2,388	€1,936
Spain	€471	€1,880	€1,409
Italy	€524	€2,087	€1,564
Japan	¥62,499	¥150,832	¥88,334
Norway	€339	€2,048	€1,708
Sweden	€479	€1,540	€1,061
China	CN¥925	CN¥8,005	CN¥7,080
South Africa	R5,597	R19,198	R13,601
Mexico	MX$3,249	MX$24,940	MX$21,692
Turkey	₺5,120	₺51,860	₺46,740

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a Mercedes-Benz CLA?

Charging at home, about €1,399 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.

When does a Mercedes-Benz CLA pay for itself?

It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.