Mercedes-Benz has discontinued the A-Class for 2023, making the new CLA the most affordable car in the German automaker?s North American lineup. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA officially earns the ?Baby Benz? title once held by the exemplary C-Class, which could be a blessing or a curse. It means the 2024 CLA is now an ambassador for the Mercedes-Benz brand, a gateway to the premium ownership experience of driving a three-pointed star.

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA: What?s New"

The refreshed Mercedes-Benz CLA remains part of the second-gen variant that arrived at dealers in 2020. However, it has reworked front and rear facades, new standard features, and an updated turbocharged four-cylinder engine with the brand?s 48-volt mild-hybrid system. The changes include new paint colors (Starling Blue and Hyper Blue), a refreshed MBUX infotainment system, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
Mild-Hybrid Powertrain

Under the hood of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-pot with 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque. It?s the same engine with a similar output as the previous CLA. However, the new CLA has a belt-driven starter-generator Mercedes said contributes 13 more horsepower in short bursts. Power goes to the front or all four wheels via a slick seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 & CLA 45 S

Arriving later in 2023 are speedier versions of the CLA, namely the AMG CLA 35 and AMG CLA 45 S. ...