In this latest episode of Everything Electric CARS, Jack Scarlett takes a drive in the Mercedes CLA.
It’s already been crowned 2026 European Car of the Year, beating out the Renault 5 and becoming the first Merc to win the award in over 50 years. But does it live up to the hype?
Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
1:58 Exterior design
5:12 On the road: is it a good Merc? Is it a good EV?
5:28 The 484-mile WLTP range
7:45 What’s it like to drive as a Mercedes?
9:15 Interior
12:05 The main gripes
14:02 Back seat test
15:49 Verdict: is this Merc’s Neue Klasse moment?
17:49 Final thoughts
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