Mercedes-Benz CLA

Name: Mercedes-Benz CLA
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
SKU: Mercedes-Benz CLA

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2020 Model Redesign Year

The Mercedes-Benz CLA fits below the C-Class in Mercedes' sedan lineup.The 221-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is coupled to a dual-clutch eight-speed automatic. Acceleration feels hesitant in around-town driving, but the engine's decent power is delivered more urgently at higher revs. Although handling is nimble, the ride is too stiff. The interior is nicely finished, and the front seats are supportive, but the rear seat is extremely cramped and hard to access. We found the MBUX infotainment system to be quite tricky to use. A fully redesigned 2026 CLA compact sedan will be offered in both electric and hybrid versions.

The turbocharged four-cylinder from the previous generation will be sold at the same time.

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$42,750 - $67,550

Destination Charge: $1350

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Base MSRP Range

$42,750 - $67,550

Destination Charge: $1350

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2020-Present

2020 Model Redesign Year

The Mercedes-Benz CLA fits above the A-Class and below the C-Class in Mercedes' sedan lineup. It's essentially a more stylish version of the A-Class, but it uses a more powerful 221-hp version of the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine. Like the A220, it has a dual-clutch seven-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration feels a bit hesitant in around-town driving, but there's decent power. Handling is quite nimble, but the ride is overly stiff. The interior is nicely finished and the front seats are supportive, but the rear seat is extremely cramped and hard to access.

We found infotainment system quite tricky to use. Forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection are standard. Blind spot warning became standard starting in 2021. A fully redesigned 2026 CLA compact sedan will be offered in both electric and hybrid versions. The turbocharged four-cylinder from the previous generation will be sold at the same time.

2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA

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2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA

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2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA

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2014-2019

2014 Model Redesign Year

The sleek and compact CLA250 is Mercedes' entry-level, front-drive, compact, four-door coupe. It has a nicely-finished cabin and fuel economy of 28 mpg is respectable. But the driving experience falls well short of a typical Mercedes. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder and seven-speed automatic lack refinement. It's quick, but power delivery is uneven. While fairly agile, the car rides stiffly.

The cabin is noisy and cramped, especially in the rear, the view out is seriously impaired, and access is difficult both front and rear. Standard features include power front seats with memory, Bluetooth, forward-collision warning and a folding rear seat. The optional blind-spot monitoring system is an easy choice, as is the backup camera. All-wheel drive is also optional. The high-performance, 355-hp CLA45 tops the range. The 2016 models got an upgraded infotainment system with a larger standard screen and media interface capability,as well as standard dual-zone automatic climate control and keyless start.