The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Sedan is offered in the following styles: CLA 250 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), CLA 250 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM), and AMG CLA 45 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM).
Pros Generous list of standard features Athletic handling instills confidence Luxury badging without the premium price Potent performance from the AMG CLA 45
Cons Engine and transmission are slow to respond at low speeds The ride can be rather stiff Rear seats are confining Some interior elements aren't up to luxury-car standards
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a compact luxury car with finesse. Its low price is justified in its small footprint and interior, but it still looks great.
Pros Striking design Responsive powertrains Comfortable front seats Good infotainment with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto added Confident ride
Cons Almost nonexistent rear seat Price tag gets crazy quickly Unforgiving ride Hard to enter and exit Busy transmission
The Mercedes-Benz GLA merges hatchback size with crossover functionality and luxury appointments, with better-than-average results.
Pros Zippy to drive Nimble handling Practical hatchback shape AMG GLA45 is downright sporty
Cons Cramped rear seats Interior doesn't impress So-so visibility AMG gets expensive with a quickness
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class ranked #5 in Luxury Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Engaging handling User-friendly features
Cons So-so acceleration with base engine Unforgiving ride Some low-rent interior trim Small back seat and trunk
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automated manual.
Pros One of the most entertaining crossovers in the class Returns respectable mileage considering its performance High clearance and optional all-wheel drive lend some all-weather capability Long list of available tech and safety features on the AMG GLA 45
Cons Firm ride quality can grow tiresome on rough roads Automatic transmission operates sluggishly in stop-and-go situations Not much legroom, headroom or cargo room Road and wind noise could be better tamped down
