2021 Mercedes Benz CLA 250

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Published on December 11, 2020 1:00:11 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZODcnGLmpc

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Buying an entry-level Mercedes-Benz such as the 2021 CLA-class no longer means compromising on refinement or driving satisfaction. While it shares its platform with the A-class sedan, the CLA250 offers swoopier, coupe-like styling and a more powerful 221-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Inside, Mercedes's newly tech-focused cabin is on display with a dual-screen dashboard that's comprised of a reconfigurable gauge display and either a 7.0- or 10.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Handling is reasonably nimble and the ride is refined. It's not particularly roomy, especially in the rear seat, but cargo space is more than enough for most use cases. Overall, the CLA250 represents the modern Mercedes-Benz experience in a bite-sized package.

The CLA-class received a full redesign last year so 2021 models see only minor changes. Mercedes-Benz has added blind spot monitoring and ambient interior lighting to the standard features list, and the CLA's MBUX infotainment system now features the Interior Assistant, which allows users to interact with the system using gesture controls.

The CLA250 comes with front-wheel drive, while all-wheel drive is standard on the CLA250 4Matic. The latter trim is a great choice for those who travel on wet, slippery roads, but we think everyone else will be happy with the CLA250. That car rides on 18-inch wheels and comes with exterior features such as automatic LED headlights, rear fog lamps, a sunroof, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and heated power-adjustable sideview mirrors with integrated turn signals. The list of standard amenities within the cabin includes 12-way power-adjustable front seats, a manually adjustable tilt-and-telescoping steering column, a folding rear bench seat with a 60/40 split, keyless entry and push-button ignition, and navigation. When it comes to driver-assistance features, automated emergency braking is standard.

All 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-class sedans are motivated by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Gears are shifted by a seven-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available. At our test track, and all-wheel drive CLA250 4Matic model sprinted to 60 mph in a sprightly 5.6 seconds. The CLA-class offers handling that's polished, with nicely calibrated steering, minimum body roll when cornering, and a pleasantly firm brake pedal. Still, downshifts from the gearbox are occasionally clunky. Different drive modes (Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual) give you the ability to tailor the car's performance to suit your preferences.

Though it's one of the least expensive models in the automaker's range, the 2021 CLA-class boasts a cabin that looks like it belongs in a Mercedes-Benz. The center stack is clean and modern, embellished with a trio of circular air vents. The front seats are pleasantly spacious, but there's limited headroom in the second row due to the car's sloping roofline. This sedan provides 13.1 cubic feet of cargo space. That's less cargo space than in the outgoing model. Still, the CLA-class delivers more room for your gear than a rival such as the Audi A3, which provides 12.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity.
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