The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Has Arrived: What East Valley Drivers Need to Know

Quick answer: The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ is an all-electric luxury sedan starting at $47,950. It produces 268 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque from a rear-mounted 200kW motor, and it carries both a J1772 port and a Tesla-style NACS port for fast charging. It is arriving now at Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert.

What is the 2027 CLA 250+?

The CLA 250+ is the fully electric version of the CLA sedan. Where earlier CLA models used a gas engine, this one runs a rear-mounted 200kW permanently synchronous electric motor. That gives it rear-wheel drive, 268 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque.

For Gilbert, Chandler and Queen Creek drivers, the short version is this: it is the most attainable all-electric Mercedes-Benz sedan, and it is built for the kind of daily driving most East Valley households actually do.

How much does the 2027 CLA 250+ cost?

Mercedes-Benz USA lists a starting MSRP of $47,950. Final pricing depends on options, packages and destination charges. Current financing offers are listed on our monthly specials page.

What is the range of the CLA 250+?

The CLA 250+ carries an EPA-estimated range of [[VERIFY: 374]] miles. Real-world range in Arizona will differ, and summer heat is the main reason.

We wrote about this in detail in how Arizona summer heat affects Mercedes-Benz EQ range. The same principles apply here: extreme heat means the battery works harder to stay cool, and cabin cooling draws power. Plan for less than the EPA figure between June and September.

How do you charge the 2027 CLA 250+?

The CLA has two charge ports side by side at the right rear. One is a standard J1772 connector for Level 1 and Level 2 charging, which covers home charging and most public chargers. The other is a NACS connector, the Tesla-style plug, for DC fast charging.

That second port matters in the East Valley. It means the CLA can use Tesla Supercharger locations directly, without an adapter, which meaningfully expands where you can charge between Gilbert and Tucson or on the drive to San Diego.

Who is the CLA 250+ right for?

• Commuters running Gilbert to Phoenix, Scottsdale or Tempe daily who want to stop buying gas
• First-time luxury buyers who want a Mercedes-Benz sedan under $50,000
• Households adding a second vehicle that can charge at home overnight
• Anyone who has been waiting for an electric Mercedes-Benz that can use Tesla Superchargers

If you want a compact SUV instead of a sedan, our comparison of the GLA and GLB covers the closest alternatives.

When can I see one in Gilbert?

2027 CLA 250+ models are arriving now. You can view current stock on our new vehicle inventory page or browse the full electric and hybrid lineup.

Schedule a test drive and drive one yourself. Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert is at 3455 S. Gilbert Road, and you can reach us at (480) 407-5800.

Frequently asked questions

Is the CLA 250+ all-wheel drive?

The CLA 250+ is rear-wheel drive with a single rear motor. All-wheel-drive versions of the electric CLA are offered separately.

Can the CLA 250+ use Tesla Superchargers?

Yes. It has a native NACS port for DC fast charging, so no adapter is needed at NACS-equipped stations.

How much horsepower does the 2027 CLA 250+ have?

268 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque.