Mercedes-Benz Reportedly Halts CLA L Production in China Amid Weak Demand奔驰据报暂停在华生产CLA L,销量疲软是主因
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Mercedes-Benz has reportedly halted production of the electric CLA L — a long-wheelbase model developed specifically for the Chinese market — at its joint venture Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBAC), with the manufacturer neither confirming the stoppage nor commenting on its background.
The report originated from German outlet mb passion, citing industry sources, which say only 627 units of the CLA L were sold in the first half of the year, far below expectations despite long-wheelbase models historically being in strong demand in China.
Weak sales are cited as the most likely reason for the halt, underscoring how quickly even a China-tailored EV can misjudge demand in a market defined by intense competition and price sensitivity — a cautionary signal for automakers' capacity planning and localization strategies.