Mercedes-Benz CLA 2019–2023 car dimensions: 4688 mm long, 1830 mm wide and 1439 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,395 kg. Braked towing is 1,600 kg.
The cabin uses dual-zone automatic climate control as standard along with an 8-inch or 10.25-inch touchscreen running MBUX. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come included via smartphone integration. Active Brake Assist provides automatic emergency braking on all models. Active Lane Keeping Assist is fitted as standard. Basic cruise control is standard while adaptive DISTRONIC versions sit in packages. Blind Spot Assist and parking sensors with reversing camera arrive via option packages on many grades.
Boot space measures 460 litres with the rear seats in place. The 40/20/40 split-fold rear bench adds flexibility for longer items though the opening is narrow and the load lip sits high.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1600 kg on many petrol and diesel variants with unbraked limited to around 750 kg. Payload sits near 590 kg depending on exact model and equipment.
No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages appear in standard specifications for ordinary work use.
Sport front seats with power adjustment, memory and lumbar support hold you firmly while dual-zone climate control with filters keeps air fresh. Available panoramic roof floods the cabin with light and ambient lighting sets the mood. The layout feels compact yet refined for daily drives.
Premium unleaded fuel required
ASSYST service intervals typically every 10,000-25,000 km or 1-2 years
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2019) with 96% adult, 91% child, 91% pedestrian, 75% assist
Standard Active Brake Assist, ATTENTION ASSIST and rearview camera
The turbo engines need premium unleaded fuel to run properly and deliver their power.
ASSYST tracks use and flags Service A or B for oil changes, filters and checks at set distance or time intervals.
It scored five Euro NCAP stars in 2019 as best in its class, with strong adult and child protection plus solid pedestrian results. Active Brake Assist and ATTENTION ASSIST come standard to help avoid or lessen crashes.
Regular dealer service and care of the dual-clutch gearbox keep the car reliable over time.
Length 4688 mm, Width 1830 mm, Height 1439 mm, Wheelbase 2729 mm (CLA 2019–2023)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Media press release Jan 2019, MBUSA MY2020 brochure, auto-data.net and owner's manuals.