NEW FOR 2014:
-New model
Mercedes-Benz expands its lineup for 2014 with the CLA-Class, a subcompact sedan based on the B-Class hatchback. The range begins with the front-wheel drive CLA 250, powered by a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder making 208 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque; move up to the CLA 45 AMG, however, and the same engine is tuned for a wicked 355 hp and 332 lb-ft, put to the ground through Benz’s 4MATIC all-wheel drive system.
Both cars use dual-clutch seven-speed automatics, but the AMG’s is tuned for crisper performance.
CLA 250 standard equipment includes a lowered sport suspension, electromechanical power steering, electric parking brake, 17-inch wheels, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, 5.8-inch display screen, reflector beam headlights, ambient lighting, ‘artico’ leather upholstery, manual climate control, power windows, 12-way power front seats with memory, Nappa leather steering wheel, split-folding rear seatback, attention assist, collision prevention assist, seven airbags, adaptive brake with hold function, rain-sensing wipers, run-flat tires, and stability control with dynamic cornering assist.
CLA 45 AMG models add 18-inch wheels, upgraded cooling system, high-performance brakes, sport exhaust and suspension upgrades, speed-sensitive power steering, bi-Xenon headlights, red brake calipers, artico/dinamica upholstery, aluminum interior trim, flat-bottomed steering wheel, AMG floor mats, and three-stage stability control with dynamic cornering assist.
Type | 4-door, 5-passenger compact coupe |
Layout | Front engine/front-wheel drive/all-wheel drive |
Engine | 2.0-litre I4, DOHC, 16 valves, turbocharged |
Horsepower | 208 @ 5500 rpm (CLA 250) |
355 @ 6000 rpm (CLA 45 AMG) | |
Torque (lb-ft) (CLA 250) | 258 @ 1200-4000 rpm |
332 @ 2250-5000 rpm (CLA 45 AMG) | |
Transmission | 7-speed automatic |
Tires CLA 250 | P225/45R17 all-season |
Tires CLA 45 AMG | P225/40R18 all-season |
Curb weight CLA 250 | 1480 kg (3256 lbs) |
Curb weight CLA 45 AMG | 1585 kg (3487 lbs) |
Wheelbase | 2699 mm (106.3 in) |
Length CLA 250 | 4630 mm (182.3 in) |
Length CLA 45 AMG | 4691 mm (184.7 in) |
Width | 1777 mm (69.9 in)(w/out mirrors) |
2032 mm (80.0 in)(w/mirrors) | |
Height CLA 250 | 1436 mm (56.5 in) |
Height CLA 45 AMG | 1416 mm (55.7 in) |
Cargo capacity | 470 L (16.6 cu.ft.) |
Fuel consumption | |
2.0L I4 turbocharged 7AT FWD (L/100km) | EnerGuide 5-Cycle City: 9.1; Highway: 6.2 |
2.0L I4 turbocharged 7AT AWD (L/100km) | EnerGuide 5-Cycle City: 10.3; Highway: 7.8 |
Fuel type | Premium |
Warranty | 4 yrs/80,000 km |
Powertrain warranty | 4 yrs/80,000 km |
Side airbags | Standard |
Curtain airbags | Standard |
Additional airbags | Driver’s knee |
Anti-lock brakes | Standard |
Traction control | Standard |
Stability control | Standard |
Assembly location | Kecskemét, Hungary |
Trim | Transmission | MSRP | Destination |
CLA 250 | 7AT | $33,900 | Destination |
CLA 45 AMG | 7AT | $49,800 | Destination |