2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA trim levels explained
Base to top
$18,450
- 4 trims. $39,350 to $57,800.
- Base: 250 FWD. Top: AMG CLA 45 4MATIC.
All 4 trims
| Trim | MSRP | Destination | Engine | hp | Drivetrain | Transmission | MPG | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 FWD | $39,350 | N/A | 2.0L 4cyl | 221 hp | FWD | 7-speed DCT | 29 mpg | 5 |
| CLA 250 4MATIC AWD | $41,350 | N/A | 2.0L 4cyl | 221 hp | AWD | 7-speed DCT | 27 mpg | 5 |
| AMG CLA 35 4MATIC | $49,500 | N/A | 2.0L | 302 hp | AWD | N/A | 24 mpg | 5 |
| AMG CLA 45 4MATIC | $57,800 | N/A | 2.0L | 382 hp | AWD | N/A | 23 mpg | 5 |
What changes at each step
250 to CLA 250: +$2,000
250 FWD $39,350 to CLA 250 4MATIC AWD $41,350.
- Drivetrain: FWD to AWD.
- MPG: 29 mpg to 27 mpg.
No added standard equipment listed.
CLA 250 to AMG CLA 35: +$8,150
CLA 250 4MATIC AWD $41,350 to AMG CLA 35 4MATIC $49,500.
- Power: 221 hp to 302 hp.
- MPG: 27 mpg to 24 mpg.
No equipment data.
AMG CLA 35 to AMG CLA 45: +$8,300
AMG CLA 35 4MATIC $49,500 to AMG CLA 45 4MATIC $57,800.
- Power: 302 hp to 382 hp.
- MPG: 24 mpg to 23 mpg.
No equipment data.
Which trim has each feature
- Leather seats: optional from 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Heated front seats: optional from 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Heated steering wheel: optional from 250 FWD, $39,350.
- 360 camera: optional from 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Cheapest trim with blind spot warning: 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Cheapest trim with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto: 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Navigation: optional from 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Premium audio: optional from 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Cheapest trim with remote start: 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Cheapest trim with a panoramic roof: 250 FWD, $39,350.
- Not on any trim: a power liftgate or trunk, a third row, heated rear seats.
S standard. O optional. N not available. Blank: no data.
| Feature | 250 FWD | CLA 250 4MATIC AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather seats | O | O |
| Heated front seats | O | O |
| Heated steering wheel | O | O |
| 360 camera | O | O |
| Blind spot warning | S | S |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | S | S |
| Power liftgate or trunk | N | N |
| Third row | N | N |
| Navigation | O | O |
| Premium audio | O | O |
| Remote start | S | S |
| Heated rear seats | N | N |
| Panoramic roof | S | S |
No equipment data: AMG CLA 35 4MATIC, AMG CLA 45 4MATIC.
Cheapest trim with
- AWD or 4WD: CLA 250 4MATIC AWD, $41,350.
- The most hp: AMG CLA 45 4MATIC, 382 hp, $57,800.
- The best mpg: 250 FWD, 29 mpg, $39,350.
New for 2023
Compared with 2022. Trims matched by name.
- Added: none.
- Dropped: none.
- Carried over with a price: 4 trims. Median change: +$1,375.
| Trim | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250 FWD | $38,200 | $39,350 | +$1,150 |
| CLA 250 4MATIC AWD | $40,200 | $41,350 | +$1,150 |
| AMG CLA 35 4MATIC | $47,900 | $49,500 | +$1,600 |
| AMG CLA 45 4MATIC | $55,900 | $57,800 | +$1,900 |
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What this cannot tell you
Prices exclude options, packages and destination.
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