2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45

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$48,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Befitting experience for a low price

Limited rear-row headspace and legroom

Updated Frontal Collision Warning system

Impressive power and handling

Ride feels stiffer

Dual-zone climate control and keyless ignition system are now standard

Well-equipped interior with premium materials all through

7-inch center display is now standard

Sleek and attractive design

Specs & Features

$48,500

price

355 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

332 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan class. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 has a base MSRP of $48,500. It competes directly with the Audi S4 Sedan, the BMW 3 Series 335i Sedan, and the Cadillac ATS V6 Sedan. Only a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Together, they produce 355 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.7 seconds, the AMG CLA 45 maintains a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG CLA 45 in 9 stunning colors, with the Jupiter Red being a particular favorite of ours.

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan class. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 has a base MSRP of $48,500. It competes directly with the Audi S4 Sedan, the BMW 3 Series 335i Sedan, and the Cadillac ATS V6 Sedan. Only a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Together, they produce 355 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.7 seconds, the AMG CLA 45 maintains a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG CLA 45 in 9 stunning colors, with the Jupiter Red being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The AMG CLA 45 sits on the top of the CLA-Class lineup with all the features of regular model. Furthermore, you can equip your AMG CLA with options like bi-xenon headlamps, LED taillights, a rear spoiler, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, and heated seats.

Trims

    Base
    $48,500 onwards
    • 14-speaker Bose sound system
    • Full-leather upholstered 14-way power seats with memory

Compare to similar cars

Price

$48,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.51

Horsepower

355 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

332 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

Capacity

5

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$27,050- $31,750

Gasoline

7.9

150 hp @ 6500 rpm

140 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm

5

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$48,400- $55,700

Gasoline

8.53

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

5

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$41,100- $47,000

Gasoline

8.24

292 hp @ 5400 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 1900 rpm

5

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$62,000

Gasoline

7.85

425 hp @ 5500 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1850 rpm

5

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$62,950- $63,900

Gasoline

8

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$33,300- $47,200

Gasoline

8.14

240 hp @ 5600 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$71,900

Gasoline

8.6

503 hp @ 5500 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.16 sec--
    3.9 sec--
    2015 BMW M3

    Ranked #2

    4.1 sec12.3 sec155 mph
    4.4 sec--
    2015 Audi S3

    Ranked #5

    4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    2015 Audi S4

    Ranked #6

    4.9 sec13.5 sec155 mph

    2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      23 mpg31 mpg26 mpg14.8 gal.340.4/458.8 mi.
      25 mpg37 mpg29 mpg17.8 gal.445/658.6 mi.
      24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/462 mi.
      2015 Audi S3

      Ranked #3

      23 mpg31 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.333.50/449.50 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg20 mpg18 gal.324/450 mi.
      2015 Audi S4

      Ranked #4

      17 mpg26 mpg20 mpg16.1 gal.273.7/418.6 mi.

      2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        184.7 in.70 in.55.7 in.3.9 in.106.3 in.
        187 in.72.4 in.56.5 in.4 in.111.8 in.
        187 in.72.4 in.56.5 in.4 in.111.8 in.
        2015 Audi S4

        Ranked #2

        185.7 in.71.9 in.55.4 in.5 in.110.7 in.
        2015 BMW M3

        Ranked #4

        184.5 in.73.9 in.56.1 in.4.7 in.110.7 in.
        182.5 in.73.4 in.58.4 in.5.4 in.109.3 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.1 cu.ft.--
          12 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.168 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi S4

          Ranked #2

          12.4 cu.ft.90 cu.ft.131.7 cu.ft.
          12.3 cu.ft.89.3 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          2015 BMW M3

          Ranked #4

          12 cu.ft.102.1 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi S3

          Ranked #5

          10 cu.ft.-4.4 cu.ft.

          2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -13.1 cu.ft.--
            168 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.168 cu.ft.-
            80.3 cu.ft.12.3 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            2015 Audi S4

            Ranked #4

            131.7 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.131.7 cu.ft.183 ft.
            -12.6 cu.ft.--
            -12.6 cu.ft.--

            2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1080 lbs.3450 lbs.
              3500 lbs.890 lbs.3433 lbs.
              --2955 lbs.
              2015 BMW M3

              Ranked #2

              -980 lbs.3540 lbs.
              -992 lbs.3924 lbs.
              2015 Audi S3

              Ranked #2

              -1102 lbs.3450 lbs.

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