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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45

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Rating8.0

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$54,800
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Outrageous performance despite having a tiny turbocharged engine

Limited rear headroom due to the sloping roofline

Completely redesigned for 2020

Sweet exhaust note sounds like music

Interior storage is very little considering its segment

Extra power and interior space

Imposing looks with a hunkered-down stance

Cutting edge MBUX infotainment system is now available

Specs & Features

$54,800

price

382 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

354 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD 8AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2020 Mercedes AMG CLA 45 makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan class. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes Benz AMG CLA 45 AMG has a base MSRP of $54,800, competing directly with the Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400, the BMW M340i, and the Audi RS3. Only a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to an 8-Speed Automatic transmission. Together, they produce 382 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.9 seconds, the AMG CLA 45 maintains a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Mercedes Benz offers the AMG CLA 45 in 12 stunning colors, with the Denim blue metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The Mercedes Benz CLA 45 AMG is indeed a pocket-sized perfection. Mercedes has equipped it with a screaming turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. On top of that, there are truckloads of modern tech and creature comforts inside the cabin. As it is available only as a standalone trim. The buying choice ultimately comes down to the packages and options available. Well, you have plenty of customization options that would intrigue you.

Trims

    Base
    $54,800 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 8AM
    • Horsepower: 382 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 354 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

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Rating

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Horsepower

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Torque

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Capacity

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2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4 sec--
    		3.66 sec-155 mph
    		3.84 sec-155 mph
    		4.23 sec-155 mph
    2020 Audi S4

    Ranked #5

    		4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph
    		4.4 sec13.1 sec130 mph
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    2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg13.5 gal.270/391.5 mi.
      		31 mpg40 mpg34 mpg14 gal.434/574 mi.
      		30 mpg40 mpg34 mpg13.2 gal.396/528 mi.
      		30 mpg38 mpg33 mpg13.2 gal.396/501.6 mi.
      		29 mpg39 mpg33 mpg12.4 gal.359.6/483.6 mi.
      		31 mpg37 mpg31 mpg14 gal.378/518 mi.

      2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		184.8 in.70 in.55.4 in.-107.4 in.
        		190.7 in.73 in.57 in.5.8 in.109.3 in.
        		190.2 in.73.6 in.55.1 in.-114.4 in.
        		189.6 in.71.8 in.57.2 in.5 in.112.2 in.
        2020 Audi S4

        Ranked #4

        		187.5 in.72.7 in.56.2 in.4.2 in.111 in.
        2020 Audi A4

        Ranked #4

        		187.5 in.72.7 in.56.2 in.5.2 in.111 in.

        2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		11.6 cu.ft.--
          		11.6 cu.ft.-222.5 cu.ft.
          		13 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.
          		15.3 cu.ft.96 cu.ft.80.1 cu.ft.
          		10.5 cu.ft.93.8 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          		15.1 cu.ft.97.8 cu.ft.61.2 cu.ft.

          2020 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
            		-11.6 cu.ft.--
            		89.7 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.-
            		-12.6 cu.ft.--
            		-14.3 cu.ft.--
            		12.9 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.12.9 cu.ft.-
            		-13.1 cu.ft.--

            2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		--3660 lbs.
              		2000 lbs.890 lbs.3657 lbs.
              2020 Audi S4

              Ranked #2

              		-1058 lbs.3847 lbs.
              		-1080 lbs.3825 lbs.
              		-1295 lbs.3685 lbs.
              		-1080 lbs.2844 lbs.

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