Archive · 28 Aug 2026
Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Combines 671bhp With 406-Mile Range
Mercedes has made a very fast electric car called the CLA 45.
It uses three electric motors to power all four wheels.
The motors together produce 671bhp.
The car can reach 62mph in 2.7 seconds, which is as fast as the Porsche Taycan Turbo.
Its large battery is claimed to let it travel up to 406 miles.
With a powerful enough charger, it can recharge from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes.
The car also has sporty seats, adjustable suspension and special driving modes.
It costs at least £66,750 in the UK.
The electric Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 produces 671bhp from three motors and drives all four wheels.
It reaches 62mph in 2.7 seconds, matching the Porsche Taycan Turbo.
The 94kWh battery offers a claimed range of up to 406 miles.
Using a suitable 330kW charger, the battery can charge from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes.
UK prices start at £66,750 for the saloon and £67,750 for the Shooting Brake estate.
- Who
- Mercedes-AMG
- What
- Introduced the electric CLA 45 performance saloon and Shooting Brake.
- When
- At launch; no calendar date is provided.
- Where
- The article does not specify a location.
- Why
- To compete in the growing electric performance-car market while combining speed, range and practicality.
- Starting price
- £66,750 for the saloon; £67,750 for the Shooting Brake estate
- Power
- 671bhp from three electric motors
- Acceleration
- 0-62mph in 2.7 seconds
- Battery and range
- 94kWh battery with a claimed range of up to 406 miles
- Charging
- 10% to 80% in 22 minutes using charging of up to 330kW
- Drive system
- All-wheel drive
- Boot capacity
- 390 litres at the rear and 101 litres in the front storage compartment