New CLA Driven: Mercedes Finally Takes EVs Seriously?

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The New CLA Drive Review is Sponsored by Nord VPN! 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal + 4 months extra here → https://nordvpn.com/rbr — It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌️ ---- Welcome back to RBR! We’re in Copenhagen for the World First Drive of the all-new #Mercedes #CLA – a car that might just become the entry point to #MercedesBenz ownership now that the future of the A-Class hangs in the balance… The new CLA launches with a bold promise previously forgotten by MB: choice. Not just another solely EQ-branded EV push, but a new platform offering both an ultra-efficient ICE hybrid and a fully electric version with nearly 500 miles of range. It's a major rethink from Stuttgart — and quite possibly the first EV from Mercedes that genuinely feels like a proper Benz. Truth is, we are tired of the old Mercedes EVs. Go from the EQA, all the way to EQE and EQS: The design was un-Mercedes, the drive too, and the luxury was also not up to scratch. Mercedes need to do better, and the CLA seems to be the first step on that journey. We test the CLA 250+ EQ Technology, the only version confirmed for the UK at launch, and take a first look at the Shooting Brake, which adds some welcome surprises. But while the new MMA platform brings headline stats like 800V architecture, clever new motors, a 2-speed gearbox, and rear-biased 4MATIC – weight remains an issue, and pricing isn't exactly entry-level. So is this really the next-gen people's Mercedes – or just another tech showpiece for the spec sheet? In this video we’ll cover: - CLA Walkaround and Design Overview - EV vs Upcoming Hybrid Breakdown - Interior + New MBOS Infotainment Impressions - MBOS AI — a lacking first step - Shooting Brake Design & Boot Space - The Future CLA AMG Electric - Driving Impressions: CLA 250+ / CLA 350 4MATIC - Ride, Comfort, Regen Braking & Efficiency - Weight, Performance, and Range Realities - Assistance systems - CLA vs EQA, EQE and Mercedes of old - Price, Buying and Conclusion With near-500 mile range and a totally rethought cabin – the EV CLA might just be the start of Mercedes’ EV redemption arc. But is it the car that can make us forget that a ICE Hybrid CLA is coming? And in the car industry in general, we have wanted a great luxury entry level EV that can do big miles, for a relatively decent price — Is the CLA that car? Let’s find out! See you inside! — Want to support the channel and look good doing it? 🛒 Grab your RBR Merch here: https://removebeforerace.com Follow us: Raz – https://www.instagram.com/rokenr Jamie – https://www.instagram.com/shotbyjamieb RBR – https://www.instagram.com/removebeforerace TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@rokenr CREDITS: Big thanks to Autoevolution for the spy shots: https://www.autoevolution.com/news/2026-mercedes-amg-cla-eq-performance-ev-spied-flaunting-active-rear-spoiler-253583.html Love my special effects? Production Crate is my go-to for all video VFX: https://productioncrate.grsm.io/rbr Driving Disclaimer: All driving shots filmed by professionals on closed roads or in safe, controlled environments. Please drive responsibly!