Mercedes-Benz CLA 2019–2023 car dimensions: 4693 mm long, 1857 mm wide and 1409 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,690 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
The cabin features the MBUX system with dual 10.25-inch screens forming a widescreen cockpit, including a central touchscreen for media and navigation. Dual-zone THERMOTRONIC climate control is fitted, along with smartphone integration for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Standard driver aids include Active Brake Assist for automatic emergency braking, Active Lane Keeping Assist, cruise control with limiter, front and rear parking sensors via PARKTRONIC, and a reversing camera. Blind Spot Assist appears on higher packs or as an option. AMG sports seats, performance steering wheel and ambient lighting make daily driving engaging yet practical for five.
The Shooting Brake offers 505 litres of boot space with seats up, expanding to 1370 litres when the 40:20:40 split-fold rear seats are down. The wide tailgate opening and optional hands-free access ease loading of bags or sports gear for everyday use.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1500 kg with unbraked at 750 kg, suitable for a small trailer. Payload sits around 560 kg depending on equipment. The AMG sport suspension and reinforced body shell support precise handling under load, though this remains a performance-focused estate rather than a heavy work vehicle.
The cabin offers contoured AMG sport seats with firm lateral support and standard ARTICO man-made leather combined with DINAMICA microfibre upholstery featuring red double topstitching. Power front seats include multi-way adjustment, lumbar support and memory. Dual-zone automatic climate control is fitted as standard. An optional panoramic sliding sunroof brings extra light. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are available via packages. Ambient lighting options create a focused sporty atmosphere suited to dynamic driving.
Premium unleaded fuel required
Combined fuel consumption 8.2-8.4 l/100 km NEDC
Euro NCAP 5-star rating (2019 CLA range)
Standard Active Brake Assist and ATTENTION ASSIST
Multiple airbags including driver knee bag
Service via ASSYST A/B schedule roughly yearly
The car runs on premium unleaded petrol. Official combined figures stand at 8.2-8.4 l/100 km under NEDC testing for the CLA 45 and CLA 45 S Shooting Brake variants.
Servicing follows the Mercedes ASSYST system with alternating A and B services. Intervals are typically every 10 000-15 000 miles or 12 months depending on conditions and oil used.
The CLA range achieved a five-star Euro NCAP result in 2019 with strong adult and child protection scores. Standard kit includes Active Brake Assist, ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection, a rearview camera, ESP with curve dynamic assist and a full set of airbags.
Living with the car means regular high-performance maintenance at specialist workshops. Tyre and brake wear can be higher due to the power output and AMG chassis setup, while the flexible service indicator helps plan visits.
Length 4693 mm, Width 1857 mm, Height 1409 mm, Wheelbase 2729 mm (CLA 2019–2023)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-AMG press release and owner manual supplements, UK/EU brochures and auto-data.