2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

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Rating7.9

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Compact Sedan
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$31,500 - $33,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Strong and efficient powertrain

Cramped rear cabin

The previously standard sports suspension replaced with a new comfort-suspension

Enjoyable handling

Ride quality is compromised with the optional sports suspension

Dual-zone climate control and keyless ignition are now standard

Luxurious cabin with superior material-quality

Laggy responses of the dual-clutch transmission in traffic

Frontal collision warning system now comes with better brake support

Specs & Features

$31,500

price

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan segment. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class has a base MSRP of $31,500, with prices going all the way up to MSRP $33,500, competing directly with the Audi A3 Sedan, the Acura ILX Sedan, and the Buick Verano Sedan. Only a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Together, they produce 208 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 6.3 seconds, the CLA-Class maintains a combined fuel economy of 30 MPG. Mercedes offers the CLA-Class in 9 stunning colors, with the Northern Lights Violet metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Sedan is a luxurious and potent sedan offered in a single trim. We recommend adding the Premium Package to the car which gets you some added features including keyless entry, heated front seats, a Harman/Kardon surround sound system, SiriusXM Radio, garage door opener, and an auto-dimming driver-side and inside rearview mirrors. 

Trims

    CLA 250
    $31,500 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 2 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite-Prep
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Mb-Tex leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry

Compare to similar cars

Price

$31,500- $33,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.93

Horsepower

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1250 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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$35,500- $45,000

Gasoline

7.97

220 hp @ 4450 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$29,900- $47,050

Gasoline

8.27

170 hp @ 4500 rpm

200 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

-

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$32,950- $45,750

Gasoline

7.78

180 hp @ 5000 rpm

200 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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$33,215- $51,435

Gasoline

8.42

202 hp @ 6300 rpm

191 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$37,150- $45,450

Gasoline

8.26

328 hp @ 7000 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$33,950- $35,550

Gasoline

7.2

328 hp @ 7000 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$40,065- $42,300

Gasoline

7.9

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$36,550- $43,690

Gasoline

7.88

204 hp @ 6400 rpm

185 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    6.74 sec14 sec135 mph
    4.9 sec13.6 sec152 mph
    5.3 sec14.0 sec132 mph
    5.6 sec13.8 sec-
    5.8 sec14.1 sec-
    6.56 sec12.2 sec182 mph

    2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
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      26 mpg38 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.340.6/497.8 mi.
      25 mpg37 mpg29 mpg17.8 gal.445/658.6 mi.
      25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg18 gal.450/612 mi.
      23 mpg36 mpg28 mpg15.8 gal.379.2/568.8 mi.
      24 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.2 gal.316.8/462 mi.
      2015 Audi A3

      Ranked #4

      23 mpg33 mpg27 mpg14.5 gal.- -

      2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        182.3 in.70 in.56.6 in.3.9 in.106.3 in.
        188.3 in.71.8 in.56.8 in.5 in.112.2 in.
        187.9 in.69.8 in.57.2 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.
        2015 Audi A4

        Ranked #3

        185.1 in.71.9 in.56.2 in.5 in.110.6 in.
        184.5 in.71.3 in.56.8 in.4.1 in.111.8 in.
        183.7 in.71.3 in.56.3 in.5.3 in.110.2 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          13.1 cu.ft.--
          12 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.168 cu.ft.
          12.3 cu.ft.89.3 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          12.6 cu.ft.88.2 cu.ft.66.8 cu.ft.
          13 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi A4

          Ranked #5

          12.4 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.

          2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            -13.1 cu.ft.--
            -12 cu.ft.--
            2015 Audi A4

            Ranked #3

            33.5 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.73 ft.
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            15.9 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.-
            80.3 cu.ft.12.3 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-

            2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1070 lbs.3274 lbs.
              3500 lbs.890 lbs.3433 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3319 lbs.
              2015 Audi A3

              Ranked #3

              -1102 lbs.- -
              2015 Audi A4

              Ranked #3

              -1058 lbs.3583 lbs.
              --3267 lbs.

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