2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

MSRP Range: $38,200 - $55,900 ^{Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.}

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2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Review

byChristian Wardlaw^{Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.}

Pros

Generous list of standard features
Luxury badging without the premium price
Enjoyable performance from AMG CLA 35 and 45 models

Cons

Less rear headroom than the related A-Class sedan

What's new

Minor equipment updates for 2022
Part of the second CLA generation introduced for 2020

Overview

Now that Mercedes-Benz is reportedly discontinuing the A-Class sedan after the 2022 model year, the CLA is poised to take its place as the most affordable way to get yourself into a new Mercedes sedan. Yes, Mercedes markets the 2022 Mercedes CLA as a coupe due to its fastback roofline, but there are in fact four doors here.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.92 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.}

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Like other Mercedes models, the CLA comes standard with a high-tech infotainment system and plenty of driver safety systems. From there, you can option the car with numerous exterior, interior, wheel and trim selections to personalize it to your sense of aesthetics. There's also the AMG 35 or AMG 45 models, which are compelling sport sedans thanks to the increased power and tuned suspensions.

Overall we recommend the CLA if you're looking for a stylish entry-level luxury sedan, though it might be worth your time to also check out the redesigned Audi A3 — or the performance-oriented S3 and RS 3 versions — as it's another excellent pick in this class for 2022.

Which CLA-Class does Edmunds recommend?

As much as we like to go fast and have fun in Mercedes-AMG models, we recommend the most affordable model in this lineup, the CLA 250. Not only does it meet the widest range of buyer budgets, but it also offers the greatest range of customization opportunities if you're feeling a little spendy. We strongly recommend upgrading to the Driver Assistance package, which contains numerous helpful driver assist systems

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class models

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA is available as the CLA 250, AMG CLA 35 and AMG CLA 45. The CLA 250 is available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (Mercedes' 4Matic), while the more powerful and performance-tuned AMG versions come standard with all-wheel drive to help get their power to the pavement. Standard equipment highlights include:

CLA 250
The CLA 250 convinces as a luxury car with these standard features:

Turbocharged four-cylinder engine (221 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque)
Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
LED headlights
18-inch wheels
Rain-sensing wipers
Heated side mirrors
Panoramic sunroof
Keyless entry and push-button ignition
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather-wrapped steering wheel with shift paddles
Customizable ambient cabin lighting
Simulated leather upholstery
Power-adjustable sport front seats with memory function
40/20/40-split folding rear seats

Standard technology features on the CLA 250 include:

Remote engine start via smartphone app
Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system
7-inch touchscreen infotainment system display
7-inch digital instrumentation display
Natural language voice recognition
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot monitor (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)

AMG CLA 35
Equipped for sporty driving, the AMG CLA 35 adds:

More powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (302 hp, 295 lb-ft)
All-wheel drive
Bigger digital instrumentation and infotainment displays (10.25 inches)
Sport-tuned suspension and transmission
Sportier body styling
18-inch wheels
Sport steering wheel

AMG CLA 45
Builds on the AMG CLA 35 with:

Even more powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (382 hp, 354 lb-ft)
Performance-tuned eight-speed transmission
19-inch wheels
Hands-free opening trunk
Power-folding and auto-dimming side mirrors

Numerous option packages are available for the CLA. For the CLA 250, they include:

AMG Line package

AMG body styling
18-inch wheels
Sport suspension
Diamond-pattern grille
Sport steering wheel
Upgraded interior trim

AMG Night package

AMG Line package
Gloss black trim
18-inch wheels with black accents

Exterior Lighting package

Adaptive cornering headlights
Automatic high beams

Premium package

10.25-inch instrumentation and infotainment displays
Auto-dimming rearview and side mirrors
Power-folding side mirrors

Multimedia package

Navigation system with augmented video overlay
Speed limit alert

Driver Assistance package

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the CLA and the car in front)
Lane change assist (when cruise control is on, can automatically change lanes after driver activates turn signal for several seconds)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Evasive steering assist (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)

Parking Assistance package

Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the CLA and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)

Separately, the CLA is available with stand-alone options, such as:

Gloss black and carbon-fiber-style rear spoilers
Adaptive sport suspension
Leather upholstery
Wood interior trim
Heated and ventilated front seats
Multi-contour front seats with adjustable lumbar, side and shoulder support
Heated steering wheel
Hands-free opening trunk
Wireless charging pad
Dashcam
Burmester surround-sound system
Gesture control for the infotainment system
Head-up display

The CLA 35 is available with the above packages (minus the AMG Line) and stand-alone options, and also offers the following exclusives:

AMG-tuned electronically adjustable sport suspension
AMG Night Package Plus

AMG Night package plus black badges and dark-tinted grille

AMG Aerodynamics package

Performance-oriented body kit

AMG Performance Seat package

AMG multi-contour heated front seats with adjustable lumbar, side and shoulder support

Premium leather and simulated suede steering wheel trim selections
Onboard performance data recorder

The CLA 45 can also be equipped with the above packages and options, plus:

AMG Dynamic Plus package

Electronically adjustable sport suspension
Driver-selectable performance modes
Upgraded brakes

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Read what other owners think about the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class.

Average user rating: 3.5 stars

17 total reviews

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5 star reviews: 53%

4 star reviews: 12%

3 star reviews: 0%

2 star reviews: 6%

1 star reviews: 29%

Most helpful consumer reviews

5/5 stars, A COMPLETELY NEW CLA

TOM, 05/20/2020

CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)

I recently traded my old 2016 CLA 250 for a new 2020 CLA 250. Although I was happy with my 2016 the new model is totally different and substantially better. The previous negative review must have been out of the USA (and was a 2019 model) since MB doesn't even sell the 220 model in the US. I have had mine for 6 months and love it. It is significantly quieter and quicker and has a …

5/5 stars, Awesome Car

Pharoah 2020, 02/07/2020

CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)

This car is really great so far. Swift acceleration, loaded with technology, and beautiful looking body

5/5 stars, Great Car

this is a great car, 07/07/2020

CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)

easy driving, comfortable, good pick up, looks great

2/5 stars, Good and bad both

Kabir Chaudhry , 05/22/2021

AMG CLA 35 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)

This car is good looking, amazing fast machine which would always push my adrenaline to a next level, though I would not recommend buying as the suspension is way too stiff on the CLA 35, it would make you feel every small bump on the road. I got the 19 inches wheel, I suggest Mercedes not to offer more than 18’s on this car as my 19 incher’s are bent due to all the road conditions even …

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2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Features Specs

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

CLA 250

Total MSRP	$39,250
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	29 MPG
Cost to Drive	$164/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	11.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs. Audi A3

The redesigned 2022 Audi A3 is a worthy adversary of the Mercedes-Benz CLA, and not just because it has a lower starting price. The Audi receives an appealing redesign for 2022 and, by offering both S3 and RS 3 variants, matches the Mercedes when it comes to performance. The CLA, though, supplies a flashier and more dramatic exterior design than the comparatively conservative A3.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs. BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Similar to the Mercedes CLA, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is a sedan with a sweeping roofline and a sportier look than a typical four-door. But the BMW is not as elegantly sculpted and proportioned as the Mercedes, and the 2 Series Gran Coupe's interior isn't as upscale and highly styled as the CLA's is. Mercedes even one-ups BMW by offering the AMG 45; there's no performance equivalent available from the 2 Series Gran Coupe.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class vs. Genesis G70

Genesis designed and engineered the G70 sport sedan to compete with class-above models such as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. But its relatively low price and cramped back seat make it a legitimate alternative to the CLA. Restyled for 2022, the Genesis G70 adopts a more upscale appearance. It also offers more power from its turbocharged four-cylinder engine than the CLA 250, plus more standard driver assist and technology features.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite CLA-Class safety features:

Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Service: Complimentary for as long as you own the CLA, this standard feature equips the car with an SOS button that connects you to a live operator if you need assistance.
Pre-Safe Sound: When a collision is unavoidable, this technology emits a special tone through the stereo speakers to protect your hearing.
Active Emergency Stop Assist: When using the adaptive cruise control and lane keeping system, this technology detects an unresponsive driver and brings the CLA to a safe stop.

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FAQ

Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 CLA-Class both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2022 CLA-Class gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 17 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the CLA-Class has 11.6 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. Learn more

What's new in the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class:

Minor equipment updates for 2022
Part of the second CLA generation introduced for 2020

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Is the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class reliable?

To determine whether the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the CLA-Class. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the CLA-Class's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2022 CLA-Class gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 17 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 CLA-Class is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class?

The least-expensive 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is the 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $38,200.

Other versions include:

CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $38,200
CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $40,200
AMG CLA 35 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM) which starts at $47,900
AMG CLA 45 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $55,900

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What are the different models of Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class?

If you're interested in the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class, the next question is, which CLA-Class model is right for you? CLA-Class variants include CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), AMG CLA 35 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), and AMG CLA 45 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8AM). For a full list of CLA-Class models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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