Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz CLA

Price $35,700 – $52,300
Fuel consumption 6.6 – 10.3 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 67%(view ratings)
The CLA 250, CLA 250 4MATIC and CLA 45 AMG four-door coupes are back without any major changes for 2018. All are equipped with a turbocharged, 2.0L four-cylinder engine and a seven-speed, twin-clutch automatic gearbox. The AMG boasts 375 horsepower, all-wheel drive, a sportier suspension and an eye-catching exterior featuring an aerodynamic kit, air diffuser and carbon-fibre rear spoiler.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 67%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 4/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 7/10
Sport cars between $50,000 and $100,000
The Car Guide rating 70%
Fuel economy 6/10
Reliability 4/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 6/10

What's new in 2018

N/A

Pros

  • Still current style
  • Efficient engine (AMG CLA 45)
  • All-wheel drive available
  • High-performance dynamics (AMG CLA 45)

Cons

  • Disappointing performance (CLA 250)
  • Not particularly comfortable
  • Limited space in rear seats
  • Limited visibility
  • Very high prices for the upper-crust versions

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