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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35

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Rating6.5

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Compact Sedan
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$46,900
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A sleek and stlyish design language integrating the coupe body style perfectly

Limited rear-seat room with a sloping roofline killing headroom

Carries over unchanged from the previous model year

An excellent combination of power and fuel economy on tap

Tiny trunk capacity when compared to its more mainstream rivals

A connected and direct steering feel with impressive feedback around the apex

Specs & Features

$46,900

price

302 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan class. With a trim per se from the CLA-Class, the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 has a base MSRP of $47,895. It competes directly with the Cadillac CT4-V, the Infiniti Q50, and the Alfa Romeo Guilia. Only a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 7-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic transmission. Together, they produce 302 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 maintains a combined fuel economy of 25 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG CLA 35 in 11 stunning colors, with the Patagonia Red Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The Mercedes-Benz CLA350 is an affordable and practical option for those wanting more fun out along with an efficient engine. It’s a blast to drive and has exclusive AMG features that make it a true head-turner, all this for a reasonable price. Just to ensure high safety levels, you should consider adding on the Driver Assistance and the Parking Assistance packages. 

Trims

    Base
    $46,900 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 302 hp @ 5800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg

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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.9 sec13.4 sec-
    		3.66 sec-155 mph
    		3.84 sec-155 mph
    		4 sec--
    		4.23 sec-155 mph
    		4.3 sec12.9 sec155 mph
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    2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		23 mpg29 mpg25 mpg13.5 gal.310.5/391.5 mi.
      		22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg15.6 gal.343.2/468 mi.
      		19 mpg30 mpg25 mpg13.7 gal.301.4/411 mi.
      		20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg17.4 gal.348/504.6 mi.
      		20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg13.5 gal.270/391.5 mi.
      2020 Audi S4

      Ranked #2

      		20 mpg27 mpg23 mpg15.3 gal.306/413.1 mi.

      2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		184.8 in.72.2 in.55.3 in.3.6 in.107.4 in.
        2020 Audi S4

        Ranked #1

        		187.5 in.72.7 in.56.2 in.4.2 in.111 in.
        		187.3 in.72.4 in.56.1 in.3.6 in.111.8 in.
        		187.2 in.72.4 in.56.1 in.3.6 in.111.8 in.
        		187.2 in.71.4 in.56 in.-109.3 in.
        		185.7 in.71.9 in.56.4 in.5.4 in.112.2 in.

        2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		11.6 cu.ft.-222.5 cu.ft.
          		13 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.
          2020 Audi S4

          Ranked #3

          		12 cu.ft.116.6 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          		10.7 cu.ft.93.5 cu.ft.52.7 cu.ft.
          		13.8 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.
          		11.6 cu.ft.--

          2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		222.5 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.222.5 cu.ft.-
            		89.7 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.-
            		-11.6 cu.ft.--
            		11.3 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.-
            		-12.6 cu.ft.--
            		-12.6 cu.ft.--

            2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-3505 lbs.
              		1080 lbs.3825 lbs.
              		785 lbs.3519 lbs.
              		-3616 lbs. -
              		-3660 lbs.
              		906 lbs.3900 lbs.

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