Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 4.9 s Runner-up: 6.2 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 769 km Runner-up: 655 km
Power winner Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology 354 hp Runner-up: 299 hp
Cargo winner Tie 405 L Same value

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology against the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.9 seconds, compared with 6.2 seconds for 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed output at 354 hp; 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is rated at 299 hp, a difference of 55 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology at 515 Nm and 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor at 490 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology carries the longer listed range at 769 km, against 655 km for 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the lower recorded consumption at 12.5 kWh/100km; 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 14.5 kWh/100km. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 320 kW, compared with 205 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

Both specifications quote 405 litres of cargo capacity. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology carries the higher towing rating at 1,800 kg, while 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 1,500 kg. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is 117 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.9 s6.2 s
Top Speed210 km/h205 km/h
Power354 hp299 hp
Torque515 Nm490 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range769 km655 km
Battery85 kWh82 kWh
Efficiency12.5 kWh/100km14.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging320 kW205 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,723 mm4,606 mm
Ground Clearance—151 mm
Cargo405 L405 L
Curb Weight2,135 kg2,010 kg
Towing1,800 kg1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m11.5 m
Starting MSRP—$48,400

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology vs Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.9 seconds, versus 6.2 seconds for 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 205 km/h (127 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has more power at 354 hp, a 55 hp advantage over 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor.

Which has more range, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the longer listed range at 769 km (478 miles), versus 655 km (407 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the larger listed battery at 85.0 kWh, compared with 82.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

Both cars list 405 litres (14.3 cu ft) of cargo space.

Which can tow more, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb), compared with 1,500 kg (3,307 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology is heavier at 2,135 kg (4,707 lb), while 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 2,010 kg (4,431 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.