2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Electric Full Review - Is 500 Miles Really Possible?

Vicki Butler-Henderson reviews the all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Electric to find out whether its headline range and advanced technology are enough to redefine the electric saloon. This CLA 250+ with EQ Technology features an 85 kWh battery, rear-wheel drive and a claimed WLTP range of up to 483 miles. Vicki explores how it performs in everyday driving, how the two-speed transmission and regenerative braking systems work, and whether it still delivers the driving character expected from Mercedes-Benz. Inside, a new operating system brings over-the-air updates, AI-powered features and enhanced driver assistance technology. Charging is equally impressive, with 800-volt architecture allowing rapid top-ups under ideal conditions. Riding on 19-inch alloys fitted with Bridgestone Turanza 6 Enliten tyres, the CLA focuses on balancing efficiency with confident wet and dry performance. So does the new CLA Electric combine long-range capability, cutting-edge tech and everyday usability into one compelling package? Vicki finds out. 🎬 Watch our latest videos and subscribe: @DriverReviews 🔍 Find out more about DriverReviews: https://www.driverreviews.com/ -- About Us – We are here to help save motorists time and effort in the process of researching and selecting new tyres for their vehicles; by providing expert content, help, advice, and thousands of consumer reviews to support finding the right tyres for their vehicle. We are one of the world's largest tyre review platforms, bringing you verified and unbiased customer tyre reviews. Our independent reviews cover over 70 different tyre brands across all price ranges and feature leading brands, including Goodyear, Dunlop, Michelin, Continental, Hankook and many more. So, when you're searching for new tyres, make sure to check out our partner tyre retailers in your country. With renowned names like: UK - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.com) Germany - DriverReviews (https://www.driverreviews.de) Spain - DriverReviews (https://www.driverreviews.es) France - Allopneus (https://www.allopneus.com) Italy - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.it) Canada - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.ca) Egypt - Blackcircles (https://www.blackcircles.com.eg) Australia - Tyroola (https://www.tyroola.com.au) New Zealand - Tyroola (https://www.tyroola.co.nz) You can rest assured that you'll receive genuine, relevant and tailored reviews for tyres suitable for your vehicle. -- Chapters -- 00:00 - Introduction 01:08 - Exterior Design & Features 02:09 - Boot Space 02:46 - Wheel & Tyre Talk 03:11 - DriverReviews 03:56 - Interior Design & Tech 06:22 - Rear Seats Space & Design 06:47 - On the Road: Battery Range 07:55 - Performance & Top Speed 09:03 - Gears & Braking 09:49 - Rear-Wheel Drive Performance 10:36 - Battery Charging 11:56 - Vicki's Verdict #mercedes #cla250 #EV