Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 electric sedan sets Nürburgring record

Mercedes‑AMG CLA 45 Nürburgring record electric sedan three‑motor layout 680 hp

On 28 July 2026, Mercedes‑AMG test driver Kevin Berger completed a certified lap of the Nürburgring‑Nordschleife in 7 minutes 32.070 seconds, establishing the fastest time for a four‑door electric sedan in its segment. The record was set in a fully production‑spec CLA 45 4MATIC+ – no body, suspension or power‑train modifications were made.

The CLA 45 is powered by three axial‑flux electric motors (two on the rear axle, one on the front) delivering a combined output of 500 kW (680 hp) and 1 759 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and carries a 94 kWh battery that provides a WLTP‑rated range of over 670 km, with 800‑volt fast‑charging up to 330 kW (10 % to 80 % in about 22 minutes). Advanced software – the Predictive Performance Manager – dynamically allocates power around the circuit, while active aerodynamics and torque‑vectoring all‑wheel drive optimise grip.

Mercedes‑AMG says the lap beats its internal gasoline predecessor by more than 13 seconds and is quicker than comparable compact‑class rivals such as the Audi RS 3 and Honda Civic Type R. The achievement is presented as a milestone for high‑performance electric vehicles and marks the first time the CLA 45 has been recognised as the quickest car in its class on the world‑renowned “Green Hell”.

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[● 14 SOURCES] The vehicle’s 94 kWh battery provides a WLTP‑rated range of over 670 km and supports 800 V fast charging at up to 330 kW, reaching 80 % charge in about 22 minutes. (Mercedes‑AMG technical specs)
[● 14 SOURCES] The lap was driven by test driver Kevin Berger. (Mercedes‑AMG press releases)
[● 14 SOURCES] The Mercedes‑AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ electric sedan completed a lap of the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7 minutes 32.070 seconds on 28 July 2026. (official timing by Nürburgring, press releases)
[● 14 SOURCES] The CLA 45 is powered by three axial‑flux electric motors (two rear, one front) delivering a combined output of 500 kW (680 hp) and 1 759 Nm of torque. (technical specifications from Mercedes‑AMG)
[● 14 SOURCES] Dr Stefan Weckbach, Chairman of Mercedes‑AMG, said the record demonstrates AMG’s track DNA and that the CLA 45 is the fastest car in its class. (direct quote in press releases)
[● 14 SOURCES] The CLA 45 was run in fully stock production configuration with no body, suspension or power‑train modifications. (Mercedes‑AMG statements)
[● 14 SOURCES] The CLA 45 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds. (Mercedes‑AMG performance data)
[● 14 SOURCES] The CLA 45’s lap time is roughly 16 seconds faster than the previous petrol‑driven CLA 45 S and ahead of comparable models such as the Audi RS 3 and Porsche Taycan Turbo S. (comparative performance data from Mercedes‑AMG)