In-depth reviews

Mercedes-Benz CLA Class Coupe CLA 250e AMG Line Premium + Night Ed 4dr Tip Auto

Doors	4
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Hybrid Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1332
Trim	AMG Line Prem+ Nt Ed
Price	£44,665
Battery Capacity	15.6
Engine Power - BHP	218
Acceleration	6.8
Top Speed	149 mph
Length	4688 mm
Width	1830 mm
Height	1450 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	395 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1730 kg

Driver Convenience

10.25 inch Instrument display with digital cockpit
10.25 inch touchscreen central media display
Acoustic ambient protection
Active lane keeping assist
Attention assist - Monitors steering behaviour and long journey fatigue
Blind spot assist
Bluetooth connection
Car wash mode
Cruise control with limiter
Direct steer system with speed sensitive power steering
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport and Individual)
ECO start/stop function
Fluid level warning indicator for fuel, oil, coolant and washer fluid
Hard-disk navigation
Hey Mercedes Voice activation
Lamp failure indicator
Mercedes me connect including emergency call system, accident recovery, breakdown and maintenance management
Mercedes me remote services
Outside temperature gauge
Owners manual and service booklet in English
Pre-installation for remote and navigation services
Pre-installation of private car share
Preinstallation for Mercedes Benz link
Radio aerial integrated into front and rear windshields
Remote and charging services plus
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android auto
Speed limit assist
Traffic sign assist
Trip computer in multifunction display with current consumption indicator

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

4m charging cable for wall box/charging stations
7.4 kW onboard charger
Charging system - AC charging system rated at 7.4 kW
Comfort suspension
Rear axle multi-link

Entertainment

DAB digital radio tuner
MBUX multimedia system
Mid-range sound system
USB (type C) ports (2) in stowage compartment and 1 in front of centre console

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights
AMG body styling with AMG front apron and rear apron and visible exhaust tailpipe in chrome trim elements
AMG bodystyling side skirts
Body colour bumpers
Body colour door handles
Chrome beltline strips
Diamond radiator grille pins in chrome
Electric panoramic sunroof with automatic tilt and convenience closing fuinctions, rain sensor auto closing and electronic roller sunblind
Electric windows
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors with integrated LED indicators
Exhaust system with 2 Visible tailpipe trim elements and rear apron with trim in chrome
Headlamp assist automatic headlamp activation
Heated glass rear windscreen + timer control
High level LED third brake light
Integrated LED daytime running lights
Interior mirror with black reading lamps and frameless
LED tail lamp
Multibeam LED headlamps with adaptive highbeam assist plus
Privacy glass with dark tinting on rear side windows and rear window
Rain sensing windscreen wipers with two sensitivity settings
Rear boot
Rear fog lamp
Rear side wing doors
Variable front intermittent wipers
Window line trim strip in chrome

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke flattened bottom nappa leather multifunction steering wheel with perforated leather in grip area
40:20:40 split folding rear seat backrests
Air condition air vents with surround in silver chrome
Air conditioning - Two zone thermotronic luxury automatic climate control with display
Artico man-made leather upholstery
Automatic child seat recognition sensor
Black roof lining
Brushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs
Charging socket
Electrically adjustable front memory seats including lumbar support
Floor mats with stitched AMG lettering
Front centre armrest with stowage
Galvanished gear shift paddles on steering wheel
Heated front seats
Illuminated front door sills with changeable cover
Illuminated glove compartment stowage
Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Luggage net on driver/front passenger seat backrest
Manually adjustable front seats
Manually height and reach adjustable steering column
Pre-entry climate control
Rear armrest with two integral cup holders for drinks
Rear head restraints
Single front passenger seat
Sport seats with fixed head restraints
Stowage compartment in centre console with retractable cover
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Touchpad on center console
Twin front cupholders
Two outer rear seat isofix and top tether child seat fixing points

Packs

Keyless go comfort pack - CLA
Light and sight pack - CLA
Mirror pack - CLA
Night package - CLA
Parking package - CLA

Passive Safety

Active bonnet pedestrain safety measure which detects an impact and raises bonnet by 65mm
Active brake assist includes forward collision warning system with autonomous braking
Adaptive brake assist with hold function and hill start assist
Anti lock braking system (ABS) with brake assist
Black seat belts
Bonnet with power domes
Brake pad wear warning indicator
Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windows
Crash responsive emergency lighting
Driver and front passenger head and sidebags
Driver and front passenger windowbags
Drivers knee airbag
Dual stage driver and front passenger airbags
Electric parking brake
Electronic stability programme with acceleration skid control
ESP curve dynamic assist
Exit warning
Front and rear seatbelt reminder
Front passenger seat occupancy sensor
Perforated front brake discs
Radar-based recuperation
Three point rear seat belts
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Guard 360 degree guard vehicle protection system with immobiliser and interior protection
Remote central locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function

Trim

Light aluminium with longitudinal grain interior trim

Wheels

19" AMG multi-spoke black painted light alloy wheels with high sheen rim finish
Summer tyres
Tirefit tyre sealant kit

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty	70
Battery Capacity in kWh	15.6
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)	105
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change	0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW	7.4
Battery Leased	No
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location	Right Side Rear
Coupler/Connector Type	Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW	7.4
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage	62000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years	6
Usable Battery Capacity	10.6
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb	19.3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb	3.3
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (kWh/100km) - Comb	19.1
WLTP - EC AC Weighted (miles/kWh) - Comb	3.3
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb	65
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb	40

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.096
HC	0.016
Noise Level dB(A)	65
NOx	0.013
Particles	0.0001
Standard Emissions	EURO 6

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1332
Compression Ratio	10.6:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	72.2
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	81.4
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	8 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb	6.7
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High	5.8
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low	8.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium	6.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb	42.2
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High	40.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High	48.7
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low	34.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium	43.5
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb	1.2
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb	235.4

General

Generation Mark	2
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	37E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	96
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	91
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	91
NCAP Safety Assist %	75
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	15500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	6.8
Engine Power - BHP	218
Engine Power - RPM	5500
Engine Torque - NM	450
Engine Torque - RPM	1620
Top Speed	149 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	225/40 R19
Tyre Size Rear	225/40 R19
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	AMG MULTI SPOKE
Wheel Type	19" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1450 mm
Length	4688 mm
Wheelbase	2729 mm
Width	1830 mm
Width (including mirrors)	1999 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	35
Gross Vehicle Weight	2200 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	395 l
Max. Loading Weight	470 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1600
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1730 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.1 m

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