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The new diesel variant of the long wheelbase E-Class slots under the E 350 d, gets a new 2.0-litre diesel motor
| Variant | Ex-Showroom Price | Specifications | |
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| 200 CDI Style | Rs 30.65 Lakh* | 2143 cc, 136 bhp, 17.9 kmpl, Diesel | VIEW AUGUST OFFERS View On Road Price |
| 200 CDI Sport | Rs 33.84 Lakh* | 2143 cc, 136 bhp, 17.9 kmpl, Diesel | VIEW AUGUST OFFERS View On Road Price |
| 200 CGI Sport | Rs 32.87 Lakh* | 1991 cc, 183 bhp, 15.04 kmpl, Petrol | VIEW AUGUST OFFERS View On Road Price |
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| 45 AMG | Rs 72.66 Lakh* | 1991 cc, 360 bhp, 15.04 kmpl, Petrol | VIEW AUGUST OFFERS View On Road Price |
Watch latest video reviews of Mercedes-Benz CLA to know about its interiors, exteriors, performance, mileage and more.
Cirrus White
Cirrus White - AMG
Cosmos Black
Designo Magno Polar Sliver
Designo Patagonia Red Metallic
Jupiter Red
Jupiter Red - AMG
Mountain Grey
Mountain Grey - AMG
Night Black
Northern Lights Violet Metallic
Polar Silver
Polar Silver Matelic - AMG
Universe Blue
The claimed ARAI mileage of Mercedes-Benz CLA Diesel Variant is 17.9 kmpl and for Petrol Variant it is 15.04 kmpl
| Variant | Mileage (City) | Mileage (Highway) |
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| Diesel | 13.9 kmpl | 17.9 kmpl |
| Petrol | 11.04 kmpl | 15.04 kmpl |
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Class fits into the new breed of compact luxury sedan segment. It has to be said that Mercedes-Benz has done a great job of designing the CLA Class sedan from it’s A and B Class derived platform.
The car is ergonomically comfortable for both front and rear occupants with an acceptable amount of cabin space. However, it can be a bit tight for tall passengers. Leaving aside this glitch, the CLA feels like a full blown luxury sedan. Build quality in typical Mercedes fashion is excellent, so is fit and finish, along with good quality of materials inside the cabin.
The dashboard is identical to that of the A-Class hatchback, along with all the instrumentation and switchgear. The CLA Class is a well equipped car and offers plenty of features and gizmos for occupants.
The design language of the CLA Class is what really sets the car apart. With it’s smooth curves and design cues the Mercedes-Benz CLA is a very contemporary looking car that attracts attention where ever it goes. The large chrome grille with the big Mercedes-Benz three pointed star works in lending a classy appeal to the car, something that buyers of the CLA associate with.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Class is offered with a range of petrol and diesel engines. There is a 2.0 litre petrol engine, a 2.1 litre diesel engine and the high performance 45 AMG version is powered by a 2.0 litre turbo petrol motor that is engineered to produce a noticeably high power output.
It has to be said that Mercedes-Benz has done a great job at styling the CLA-Class. It grabs eyeballs everywhere it goes. The CLA-Class is a complete package for young luxury car buyers looking to buy their first luxury sedan and for those looking for a stylish yet compact luxury car.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Class has upmarket interiors with use of good quality materials and switchgear. Fit and finish is also good and the cabin feels luxurious. Cabin space is good in the CLA-Class for a compact luxury car, although tall passengers will be a little cramped for space in the rear bench.
Upmarket interiors
Cabin could be more spacious as tall passengers need more headroom in the rear
The Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class has a very striking exterior design language with plenty of curves and contemporary design cues. Its large front grille with the prominent three pointed star logo that makes a striking statement for the car.
Striking yet elegant design langauge
Nothing really
The diesel engine is rather efficient while the petrol is not bad either. The AMG model could be a little more efficient.
Efficient diesel engine
The Mercedes-Benz CLA Class has McPherson Strut suspension at the front and a multi-link setup at the rear. The suspension cushion bumps nicely and has gives the car a nice supple ride. Its large potholes that thump through though.
Comfortable ride
Big potholes can be felt
The petrol engine offers good performance while the AMG model is a quick car. The diesel has balanced efficiency and performance.
Responsive petrol engines
Noisy diesel engine
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Neutral drive dynamics
Understeers a fair bit under hard cornering
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