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2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

24 city, 33 highway, 27 combined

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What is new for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?

  • CLA250 trims have been upgraded with Rear View Camera as standard equipment this year.
  • Automated Parking, Memory Seat(s), Power Seat(s), and Flex Fuel Vehicle features are now available as options on select trims.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4 out of 5

11 customer reviews
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 appeals with its sleek styling, powerful performance, and quiet cabin. Its sporty handling and modern features earn praise, although issues like limited cargo space, costly maintenance, and uneven reliability temper enthusiasm. Mixed feedback on technology highlights possible gaps in modernization.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mercedes-Benz CLA250 6th out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA250 features and specs

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4D Sedan 2WD

Standard Features

  • Power Seat(s)
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Rear View Camera
  • Heated Mirrors
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cruise Control
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Run Flat Tires
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather & Suede Seats
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Rear View Camera
  • Smart Key
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Flex Fuel Vehicle
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Harman Kardon Sound
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

208

Torque (ft-lbs)

258

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

14.8

Wheelbase

106.3"

Overall length

182.3"

Width

70"

Height

56.6"

Leg room

F 40.2"/R 27.1"

Head room

F 38.2"/R 35.4"

Front tires

P225/45HR17

Rear tires

P225/45HR17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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