2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
Starting MSRP
$44,400
to $65,400
About the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class arrives as a sleek expression of attainable luxury and engaging performance, solidifying its position as a four-door coupe for the modern driver. Its striking design is underpinned by potent, electrified mechanics; even the base CLA 250 churns out a respectable 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. This mild-hybrid architecture provides refined power delivery channeled through an 8-speed automated manual transmission, ensuring spirited interaction whether in FWD or the sure-footed AMG AWD configurations. Drivers will appreciate the vehicle’s taut, dynamic posture, evidenced by a relatively compact 184.6-inch length, making the 2025 CLA-Class agile through cityscapes while offering 30 combined MPG efficiency.
Key Highlights
Electrified Base Power
The standard powertrain utilizes a mild hybrid system, delivering 221 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque for responsive acceleration right from the entry point.
Fuel Efficient Pace
Despite its sporty nature, the front-wheel-drive CLA 250 achieves an excellent 36 highway MPG rating, balancing fun with fuel economy.
Performance Tier Options
Enthusiasts can ascend to the AMG tiers, like the AMG CLA 45 S, offering dedicated performance tuning beyond the standard 221 hp setup.
Premium Drivetrain
Every 2025 CLA-Class variant comes equipped with an advanced 8-speed automated manual transmission for precise gear shifts.
Best For
Design-Focused Urbanites
- Its aggressive coupe profile and premium styling make the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class an unmistakable statement piece in dense urban environments.
Enthusiasts Seeking Efficiency
- Buyers prioritizing spirited driving will value the 221 hp mild-hybrid system that still returns 30 combined MPG.
Front-Seat Priority Travelers
- The vehicle offers generous front legroom at 41.8 inches, prioritizing comfort for the primary occupants during longer journeys.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG CLA 35 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM) | $56,100 | all wheel drive | 302 hp | 25 mpg |
| AMG CLA 45 S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) | $65,400 | all wheel drive | 416 hp | 23 mpg |
| CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM) | $44,400 | front wheel drive | 221 hp | 30 mpg |
| CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM) | $46,400 | all wheel drive | 221 hp | 29 mpg |
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Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
AMG CLA 35 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM)
AMG CLA 45 S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8AM)
CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM)
CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM)
| Feature | AMG CLA 35 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM) | AMG CLA 45 S 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) | CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM) | CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8AM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (31 features) | ||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Brake Drying | ||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Driver Attention Alert | ||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Integrated Headrests | ||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | ||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Integrated Headrests | ||||
| Rear Solid Disc Brakes | — | — | ||
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | — | — | ||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | mild hybrid | gas | mild hybrid | mild hybrid |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 302 hp @ 5800 rpm | 416 hp @ 6750 rpm | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm | 221 hp @ 5500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (7 features) | ||||
| Center Differential Type | — | — | — | Limited Slip |
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual |
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| Fuel (5 features) | ||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 297.0/391.5 mi. | 270.0/378.0 mi. | 351.0/486.0 mi. | 337.5/459.0 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 22/29 MPG | 20/28 MPG | 26/36 MPG | 25/34 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 25 MPG | 23 MPG | 30 MPG | 29 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Warranty (4 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (26 features) | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Driver Assisted Parking Assist | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Parking Sensors | ||||
| Front Seatback Storage | ||||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | — | |||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||
| Rear Door Pockets | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Steering Wheel Material | — | Leather and Simulated Suede | — | — |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | ||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | ||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | ||||
| In Car Entertainment (13 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | ||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | ||||
| Infotainment Display | 10.25 in | 10.25 in | 10.25 in | 10.25 in |
| Premium Speaker Brand | Burmester | Burmester | — | — |
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months |
| Speaker System | 12 | 12 | — | — |
| Stereo Power | 590W | 590W | — | — |
| Subwoofer Count | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Surround Audio | Discrete | Discrete | — | — |
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (4 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Frontseats (18 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | — | — |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Front Head Room | 38.5 in. | 38.5 in. | 38.5 in. | 38.5 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Sport | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. | 55.1 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | — | — |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Leatherette/Sueded Microfiber | — | — | ||
| Rearseats (5 features) | ||||
| Folding Center Armrest | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 35.7 in. | 35.7 in. | 35.7 in. | 35.7 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 33.9 in. | 33.9 in. | 33.9 in. | 33.9 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 54.0 in. | 54.0 in. | 54.0 in. | 54.0 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | ||||
| Tires and Wheels (6 features) | ||||
| Run Flat Tires | — | |||
| Tire Size | 235/40R18 | 225/45R18 | 225/45R18 | |
| Tire Type | — | Performance | — | — |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | — | — |
| Wheel Material | — | — | Alloy | Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 18 x 8.0 in | 19 x 8.0 in | 18 x 7.5 in | 18 x 7.5 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (4 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (10 features) | ||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 4.8 seconds | 4.0 seconds | 6.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 11.6 cu.ft. | 11.6 cu.ft. | 11.6 cu.ft. | 11.6 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Hungary | Hungary | Hungary | Hungary |
| Curb Weight | 3703 lbs. | 3791 lbs. | 3494 lbs. | 3616 lbs. |
| Height | 55.3 in. | 55.4 in. | 56.7 in. | 56.7 in. |
| Length | 184.8 in. | 184.8 in. | 184.6 in. | 184.6 in. |
| Turning Circle | — | — | 36.1 ft. | 36.1 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in. | 107.4 in. | 107.4 in. | 107.4 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 78.7 in. | 78.7 in. | 78.7 in. | 78.7 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 73.1 in. | 73.1 in. | 72.0 in. | 72.0 in. |
| Telematics (8 features) | ||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | ||||
| Concierge Service | ||||
| Destination Download | ||||
| Emergency Service | ||||
| Roadside Assistance | ||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | ||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | ||||
| Vehicle Alarm Notification | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price range for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class lineup?
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class commands a competitive price range starting at $44,400 for the base model and extending up to $65,400 for the top-tier AMG variant.
Is the 2025 CLA-Class fuel-efficient for a premium sedan?
Yes, the CLA 250 models are quite efficient, offering a combined fuel economy rating of 30 MPG, specifically achieving 36 MPG on the highway.
Do all versions of the 2025 CLA-Class come standard with all-wheel drive?
No, the base CLA 250 utilizes front-wheel drive, though the CLA 250 4MATIC and both AMG trims come standard with the enhanced AWD system.
How much cargo space does the 2025 CLA-Class sedan offer?
The sedan body style of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class provides 11.6 cubic feet of dedicated cargo capacity.
Is premium fuel required for the 2025 CLA-Class engines?
Yes, both the CLA 250 and AMG models specify that premium unleaded fuel is required for optimal operation of their mild-hybrid powertrains.
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