CLA [Official] Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupé (C117)

[Giannis]

I believe it's the Adenauer.

 

[Rainer271]

It seems to be.

 

[Merc1]

That is a gorgeous old Mercedes.

M

 

[Rainer271]

Reminds me on the Rolls-Royce Phantom V

Both are for me really majestic cars. Sorry for OT.

 

[Amat46]

Wow rightly specd cla is a beauty

 

[Yaz]

I just heard a BMW ad on the radio comparing the 328i to the CLA.

 

[Rainer271]

2015 Mercedes CLA revealed with more power & upgraded technology

2015 Mercedes CLA
Features several new options
Mercedes has announced a series of updates to the 2015 CLA.

Since the model is still relatively new, exterior changes are limited but include newly optional 19-inch alloy wheels with a "high-sheen" black finish.

Moving on to the interior, the ambient lighting system now features twelve different colors. New options include satin-finish light brown poplar wood trim, a KEYLESS-GO system and an infotainment system with an 8-inch display.

The car can also be equipped with Collision Prevention Assist Plus which provides a visual and audio warning if a collision is imminent. If the driver fails to take action, the car will automatically brake itself to prevent or minimize the severity of a crash.

Under the hood, the CLA 220 CDI has been upgraded to produce 177 PS (130 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. Thanks to the extra oomph, the car accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds before hitting a top speed of 232 km/h (144 mph).

Source: Mercedes-Benz

 

[Wolfgang]

Already 250,000?

 

[Rolf]

I wonder if that same spec 130kw engine will go into the C-Class and E-class in not too distant future? It's still 5 to 10kw off the pace of the new Audi and BMW engines

 

[Germany10]

I wonder if that same spec 130kw engine will go into the C-Class and E-class in not too distant future? It's still 5 to 10kw off the pace of the new Audi and BMW engines

Not all is just the HP race .... if not we all get Saturns 5s .

 

[tennmb]

Already 250,000?

250k mercedes from that plant. Not just CLA.

 

[lukeswiss]

They've basically given the CLA an unofficial facelift ! It has all the new stuff that the B-Class just got.

 

[Merc1]

The U.S. market CLA changes have been announced for 2015:

The 2015 CLA-Class will arrive in December with a host of upgrades! The 2014 sold like hotcakes all year and I think these improvements will certainly bring in even more excited new owners.

• 2015 CLA250 – $31,500
• 2015 CLA2504Matic – $33,500
• 2015 CLA45 AMG – $48,500

New Standard features:

• Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control
• 7″ color display (replacing 5.8″)
• KEYLESS-START
• Media Interface
• Pre-Wiring for Garmin® Navigation
• Rear armrest incl. dual cupholder
• Sunglass Pocket (in roof control unit)

Other 2015 Changes:

• New 17″ Standard Wheel
• Standard Collision Prevention Assist Plus
• Keyless Go in P1 or stand-alone
• New Steering Wheel Design
• Rearview Camera available as stand-alone
• Aluminum Trim available
• 12 Color Ambient Lighting available
• Multimedia goes to 8″ screen and loses 6 CD changer
• Power Passenger Seat with Memory is stand-alone option

http://www.benzblogger.com/

Some very important options are now stand alone so buyers can get exactly what they want nothing they don't want. Price went up a little bit too. No longer "under $30K".

M

 

[DexterMorgan]

A 5% increase in MSRP. Wow! We had heard murmurs in the dealership that the price was going to go up but I didn't expect such a hike.

 

[lukeswiss]

What are those CLS lights !?
Hideous.

 

[PHYBENZ]

Base US headlights before facelift.

 

[Wolfgang]

https://www.facebook.com/MercedesBenz/photos/pcb.10152902350746670/10152902350221670/?type=1&theater

 

[Wolfgang]

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Starting Price Rises To $32,425 For 2015

Mercedes-Benz made headlines last year when it announced it would be bringing in its CLA-Class priced from just $29,900 before adding $925 in destination charges. Now, pricing is creeping up, with the 2015 model destined to be priced from $31,500 for the entry-level CLA250 model, an increase of $1,600. Add the car’s destination charge and you’re looking at a final sticker of $32,425.

That’s still a good deal considering the level of kit that comes with the car, but it’s not as sweet as last year’s pricing. The likely culprit is high demand; year to date, Mercedes has sold 24,701 CLAs in the U.S., making it the marque’s fifth most popular model. Demand has actually doubled Mercedes' original prediction.

Prices are up across the range, with the CLA250 4MATIC now priced from $34,425, a rise of $1,600 on last year’s pricing, and the CLA45 AMG 4MATIC now priced from $49,425, a $1,050. Both figures include destination.

A seven-speed dual-clutch transmission is still standard across the range, and all models still come equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The Mercedes-AMG model is clearly the most potent, delivering 355 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. The CLA250 models come with 208 hp and 258 lb-ft on tap.

An extensive array of standard and optional driver assistance systems are offered on the CLA-Class. Standard features include ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection and radar-based COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS with adaptiveBrake Assist, which offers collision protection in the CLA from speeds of just 4 mph.

The optional Driver Assistance package offers DISTRONIC Plus active cruise control, as well as familiar safety systems including Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist. It costs $2,500.

Another worthy package is the AMG Sport Package for the non-Mercedes-AMG models. It costs $3,900 and adds cool features such as 18-inch AMG-style wheels, sports suspension, a diamond-pattern grille, and a host of other upgrades including a few interior items.

Sales of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class commence early next year.

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1095946_mercedes-benz-cla-class-starting-price-rises-to-32425-for-2015