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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA: Local timing firming for sleek Model 3 rival

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A global debut is imminent for the next-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, which will be the first with electric power, and the Tesla Model 3 rival could arrive Down Under as soon as next year.

Mercedes-Benz’s next-generation CLA will debut the Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA), a new platform for the brand’s smaller vehicles that will support both combustion and electric powertrains.

The sedan – or four-door coupe – will be unveiled this month, with a local launch earmarked for the second half of 2026 according to Mercedes-Benz Australia director of sales, Johannes Schoen.

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“The global press announcement is in March—so in about a month. As for availability, we are currently looking at the second half of 2026,” Mr Schoen told CarExpert.

“That’s the plan for now, but let’s see.”

Built on a new 800-volt architecture, the third-generation CLA will be offered with a choice of two batteries: a 58kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) pack, and a flagship 85kWh lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery.

Mercedes-Benz claims 58kWh versions can drive for up to 600km on a charge, while 85kWh versions can go for 750km.

EV versions of the CLA will be offered with a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive.

Rear-wheel drive examples utilise a 200kW motor (marketed as the Electric Drive Unit 2.0) which features a two-speed gearbox, a first for an ‘entry-level’ EV, that’s claimed to improve efficiency at varying speeds. All-wheel drive CLAs add a 80kW electric motor on the front axle.

But the new CLA won’t just be offered with electric power, as it’s simultaneously being developed as a mild-hybrid.

The move will help insulate Mercedes-Benz from cooling EV demand, though it’s unclear if Australia will receive both electric and mild-hybrid powertrains.

Mercedes-Benz Australia plans to consolidate its lineup to have the CLA as its entry-level model, after confirming that the A-Class sedan will be discontinued last month.

“The entry point to the brand will be the CLA and the GLA. As a company, we have to look at where the biggest customer potential lies,” explained Mr Schoen.

Globally, Mercedes-Benz is shrinking the number of so-called Entry Luxury models, with today’s A-Class and B-Class not being replaced. However, there will be replacements for not only the current CLA, but also the CLA Shooting Brake, GLA and GLB.

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