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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs & Models in Australia

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs & Models in Australia

FROM
$73,200
6.7L/100km (combined)
Sedan
7 Speed Automatic
Rating Summary
Price and features
8
Practicality
8
Safety
9
Driving
8
Overview
Likes
Powerful engine despite small size
Responsive handling
Stylish and sporty interior
Dislikes
Engine lacks drama expected from AMG
Ride feels unresolved
Big price jump over old model

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class News

UPCOMING MODELS
Game-changing new EV with 792km driving range: 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA marks new era for BMW 2 Series and Audi A3 rival with an Australian launch on the cards
14 Mar 2025
UPCOMING MODELS
Bold new electric car to offer price parity with hybrid twin: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and Hybrid could cost the same as brand targets ultra-efficiency to blitz Tesla Model 3, BMW i4 and BYD Seal
21 Feb 2025
UPCOMING MODELS
New record-breaking electric car covers 3700km in 24 hours! Tesla Model 3-rivalling 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA rips time and distance record from Porsche Taycan EV
7 Nov 2024
SPECULATION
Iconic German brand looks to China for engines: How Geely will help the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA-class challenge the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and Audi A3 as well as Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2: Report
30 Oct 2024
EXISTING MODELS
Mercedes-Benz Australia's entry-level models don't feature 48-volt electrification, while some have different engines than advertised, affecting A200, GLA200, GLB200 and CLA200
4 Mar 2024
PRICE AND SPECS
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupe models confirmed for November arrival: Cosmetic changes, more standard spec and prices up for Audi A3, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe rival
9 Nov 2023
CONCEPT CARS
Your move, Tesla Model 3! Mercedes Concept CLA Class previews next-gen platform with 750km range and an AMG version
4 Sep 2023
UPCOMING MODELS
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA and GLB small SUVs facelifted to follow the rest of the brand's small car line-up
17 Mar 2023
EXISTING MODELS
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA scores facelift, more hybrid power, and a tech nip/tuck
19 Jan 2023
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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Colours

Cosmos Black
Denim Blue
Digital White
Jupiter Red
Mojave Silver
Mountain Grey
Night Black
Polar White
Sun Yellow
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class.

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $73,200 and going to $129,300 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class FAQs

Mercedes-Benz CLA200 2016: Any known issues?

There’s nothing that you should be concerned about, Mercedes cars generally age gracefully, but like any car they can always break down. Servicing is paramount, so make sure your budget will allow you to keep your car properly maintained.

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Front-wheel drive Mercedes-Benz?

It's definitely a real Benz in all the important areas, from design and safety to quality, and front-wheel drive means better packaging with more interior space and the ability to make the car more affordable. Every car maker is moving to front-wheel drive for efficiency, even BMW which won its reputation as a driver's brand with its rear-drive cars.

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Engine in CLA powerful enough?

The basic CLA has 115kW and, more importantly, 250Nm. For a non-sporty driver, helped by a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, that should be more than enough.

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