Charging with NACS
Access NACS DC fast charging stations with a Mercedes-Benz Fast Charging Adapter.
Take advantage of the latest charging technology with your Mercedes-Benz EV.
The CLA with EQ Technology comes with our most capable battery yet – operating on 800V architecture – for a faster, more efficient charge. Equipped with a NACS DC charging inlet and J1772 AC charging inlet, charge in public or at home and get back on the road quickly.
Watch the video for step-by-step guidance on charging your Electric CLA.
Lightning fast charging speeds
At 800-volt chargers, the Electric CLA Sedan is capable of adding up to 200 miles of range in just 10 minutes. Thousands of 800-volt DC Fast Charging stations are accessible through MB.CHARGE Public. Drivers can also plug into 400-volt chargers but with slower charge times.
Dual-charging ports
Beyond AC charging via the J1772 port — the primary AC connector type used at level 2 public stations and on the Mercedes-Benz Home Wallbox — comes the new NACS charging port for DC Fast Charging. On the Electric CLA Sedan, this new port offers additional opportunities to charge at thousands of DC Fast Charging stations nationwide.
Fast charging with an adapter
Every Electric Mercedes-Benz CLA comes with the Mercedes-Benz CCS1 Charging Adapter for compatibility to thousands of DC Fast Charging stations. To use, first connect the adapter to the charging cable. Then, plug the adapter into your vehicle’s NACS DC charging port. Please review your instruction manual for more details.
Want to charge at a Tesla Supercharger? Now you can.
Mercedes-Benz EV drivers are now able to access DC fast chargers that use the North American Charging System (NACS), including over 29,000+ Tesla Superchargers. There’s no need to download any additional apps — payment is streamlined through your MB.CHARGE Public account.
FAQS
Mercedes-Benz now offers two types of DC fast charging adapters, depending on the vehicle’s DC charging inlet type.
For vehicles with CCS1 inlet (EQB, EQE, EQS, G580), a NACS to CCS1 adapter is needed to charge your Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle at stations with NACS charging connectors, such as Tesla Supercharger stations. The adapter, approved by Mercedes-Benz, connects the NACS-equipped charging cable to the CCS1 port on your Mercedes-Benz EV and is used ONLY for DC fast-charging. Do not use the adapter for AC charging (ex. home wallbox or Level 2 public charger). Mercedes-Benz has extensively evaluated and tested the recommended adapter to ensure the safety of use and its compatibility with your vehicle. MY26 electric vehicles come equipped with this adapter. Other customers may purchase the approved adapter through a Mercedes-Benz dealer.
For the CLA with EQ Technology, the vehicle comes standard with an adapter to connect CCS1 DC fast chargers to the NACS port on the CLA. This is the only DC fast charging adapter approved and recommended for use with your vehicle.
For vehicles with CCS1 inlet (EQB, EQE, EQS, G580), a NACS to CCS1 adapter is needed to charge your Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle at stations with NACS charging connectors, such as Tesla Supercharger stations. The adapter, approved by Mercedes-Benz, connects the NACS-equipped charging cable to the CCS1 port on your Mercedes-Benz EV and is used ONLY for DC fast-charging. Do not use the adapter for AC charging (ex. home wallbox or Level 2 public charger). Mercedes-Benz has extensively evaluated and tested the recommended adapter to ensure the safety of use and its compatibility with your vehicle. MY26 electric vehicles come equipped with this adapter. Other customers may purchase the approved adapter through a Mercedes-Benz dealer.
For the CLA with EQ Technology, the vehicle comes standard with an adapter to connect CCS1 DC fast chargers to the NACS port on the CLA. This is the only DC fast charging adapter approved and recommended for use with your vehicle.
For electric vehicles with CCS1 charging inlet, please follow these steps:
Step 1: Ensure MB.CHARGE Public service is active in the Mercedes-Benz app (Manage Digital Extras > Charging > MB.CHARGE Public toggle switched to “Activated”).
Step 2: Confirm you have the adapter in the Mercedes-Benz app by toggling on the "NACS DC Adapter" under Charging Status. This will allow you to locate and route to Supercharger stations. At the station, you can start a charging session through your vehicle’s display or the Mercedes-Benz app.
Step 3: Connect the NACS to CCS1 adapter to the cable, then insert the adapter into your vehicle and the session will begin momentarily. Please be aware that Tesla policy prohibits the use of third-party adapters that are not sold or distributed by an automaker.
For CLA with EQ technology, no adapter is required at Tesla Supercharger stations since they are equipped with NACS charging connectors. Check your vehicle display or app to see which Tesla Supercharger locations are compatible with the voltage of your vehicle.
Step 1: Ensure MB.CHARGE Public service is active in the Mercedes-Benz app (Manage Digital Extras > Charging > MB.CHARGE Public toggle switched to “Activated”).
Step 2: Confirm you have the adapter in the Mercedes-Benz app by toggling on the "NACS DC Adapter" under Charging Status. This will allow you to locate and route to Supercharger stations. At the station, you can start a charging session through your vehicle’s display or the Mercedes-Benz app.
Step 3: Connect the NACS to CCS1 adapter to the cable, then insert the adapter into your vehicle and the session will begin momentarily. Please be aware that Tesla policy prohibits the use of third-party adapters that are not sold or distributed by an automaker.
For CLA with EQ technology, no adapter is required at Tesla Supercharger stations since they are equipped with NACS charging connectors. Check your vehicle display or app to see which Tesla Supercharger locations are compatible with the voltage of your vehicle.
Please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer if you are experiencing issues with your vehicle or adapter. If you have questions about your charging services, please contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Support 1-800-367-6372.
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