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Brand New Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 250e AMG Line Executive 5dr Tip Auto

£2922 Initial rental
£487 Per month + VAT

Featured specification

Standard specification

Driver Convenience

10.25 inch Instrument display with digital cockpit10.25 inch touchscreen central media display
Acoustic ambient protectionActive lane keeping assist
Attention assist - Monitors steering behaviour and long journey fatigueBluetooth connection
Car wash modeCruise control with limiter
Direct steer systemDYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport and Individual)
ECO start/stop functionFluid level warning indicator for fuel, oil, coolant and washer fluid
Hard-disk navigationHey Mercedes Voice activation
Lamp failure indicatorMercedes me connect including emergency call system, accident recovery, breakdown management and maintenance
Mercedes me remote and charging services plusOutside temperature gauge
Owners manual in EnglishPre-installation of private car share
Radio aerial integrated into front and rear windshieldsService indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android autoSpeed limit assist
TailgateTrip computer in multifunction display with current consumption indicator
Wireless charging in the front centre console 

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Charging system - AC charging system rated at 11kWComfort suspension
Mode 3 charging cable for wallbox and public charging stations with 5m upto 11kWRear axle torsion beam

Entertainment

DAB digital radio tunerMBUX multimedia system
Mercedes Benz sound system (100 W) with 6 speakersPre installation for Mercedes Benz Link

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lightsAMG body styling with AMG front apron and rear apron and visible exhaust tailpipe in chrome trim elements
Body colour door handlesElectric windows
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors with integrated LED indicatorsExhaust system with 2 Visible tailpipe trim elements and rear apron with trim in chrome
Headlamp assist automatic headlamp activationHeated glass rear windscreen + timer control
High gloss aluminium beltline stripsHigh level LED third brake light
Interior mirror with black reading lamps and framelessLED high performance headlamps with integrated LED daytime running lights and adaptive highbeam assist
LED tail lampPrivacy glass with dark tinting on rear side windows and rear window
Radiator grille with Mercedes-Benz pattern in chrome with central Mercedes star and single louvre with chrome insertsRain sensing windscreen wipers with two sensitivity settings
Rear fog lampRear side wing doors
Rear wiperVariable front intermittent wipers
Window line trim strip in high gloss aluminium 

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row3 twin spoke flattened multifunction steering wheel in nappa leather - horizontal twin spoke in high gloss black, vertical twin spoke in silver chrome
4 way lumbar support40:20:40 split folding rear seats with backrest
Air conditioning - One zone thermatic automatic climate control with automatically controlled air distributionAir vents with surround in silver chrome
Artico man-made leather/Microcut microfibre upholsteryAutomatic child seat recognition sensor
Black roof liningBrushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs
Charging socketFloor mats with stitched AMG lettering
Front centre armrest with stowageGalvanished gear shift paddles in silver chrome
Heated front seatsInterior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Luggage net on driver/front passenger seat backrestManually height and reach adjustable steering column
Pre-entry climate controlRear head restraints
Single front passenger seatSport seats with fixed head restraints
Stowage compartment in centre console with retractable coverSunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Twin front cupholdersTwo outer rear seat isofix and top tether child seat fixing points

Packs

Keyless go comfort pack - CLA with easy pack tailgateLight and sight pack - CLA
Mirror pack - CLAParking pack with reversing camera - CLA
Seat comfort pack - CLAUSB package plus - CLA

Passive Safety

Active bonnet pedestrain safety measure which detects an impact and raises bonnet by 65mmActive brake assist includes forward collision warning system with autonomous braking
Adaptive brake assist with hold function and hill start assistAnti lock braking system (ABS) with brake assist
Black seat beltsBonnet with power domes
Brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz letteringBrake pad wear warning indicator
Childproof locks manually operated for rear doors and electrically operated for rear power windowsCrash responsive emergency lighting
Driver and front passenger head and sidebagsDriver and front passenger windowbags
Drivers knee airbagDual stage driver and front passenger airbags
Electric parking brakeElectronic stability programme with acceleration skid control
ESP curve dynamic assistFront and rear seatbelt reminder
Front passenger seat occupancy sensorPerforated front brake discs
Radar-based recuperationThree point rear seat belts
Tyre pressure monitoring systemWarning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Alarm system with immobiliser and interior protection -Thatcham category 1Guard 360 deg vehicle protection - tow away protection with visual, acoustic warning, interior monitoring, preinstallation for parking damage
Remote central locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function 

Trim

Light aluminium with longitudinal grain interior trim 

Wheels

18" AMG 5 twin spoke light alloy wheels painted in termolite grey with high sheen finishSummer tyres
Tirefit tyre sealant kit
The vehicle information above was correct at time of manufacture. Please speak to the dealership for full current specification.

Technical specification

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty70Battery Capacity in kWh15.6
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)225Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW11Battery TypeLithium-ion
Charging Port LocationRight Side RearCoupler/Connector TypeType 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW11Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage62000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years6Usable Battery Capacity10.6
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb19.8WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb3.1
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb74WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb46

Emissions - ICE

CO0.156HC0.012
Noise Level dB(A)67NOx0.005
Particles0.0008Standard Euro EmissionsEURO 6

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb21 

Engine and Drive Train

CamshaftDOHCCatalytic ConvertorTrue
CC1332Compression Ratio12.0:1
Cylinder LayoutIN-LINECylinders4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)72.2Cylinders - Stroke (mm)81.2
Engine LayoutFRONT TRANSVERSEFuel DeliveryTURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Gears8 SPEEDNumber of Valves16
TransmissionSEMI-AUTO 

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb6.2WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High6.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High5.3WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low9.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium5.6WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb45.6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High44.8WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High53.3
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low31WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium50.4
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb0.9WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb313.9

General

Alternative Fuel QualifyingTrueBadge Engine CC1.3
Badge Power218Coin SeriesAMG Line Executive
Generation Mark2Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 0734E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years30Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %96NCAP Child Occupant Protection %91
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 095NCAP Pedestrian Protection %91
NCAP Safety Assist %75Service Interval Frequency - Months12
Service Interval Mileage15500Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage999999
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years3Vehicle Homologation ClassM1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)7.7Engine Power - BHP218
Engine Power - KW160Engine Power - PSTrue
Engine Power - RPM5500Engine Torque - LBS.FT332
Engine Torque - MKG45.9Engine Torque - NM450
Engine Torque - RPM2000Top Speed140

Test Cycles

Emissions Test CycleWLTPRDE Certification LevelRDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?TrueTyre Size Front225/45 R18
Tyre Size Rear225/45 R18Tyre Size SpareTYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel StyleAMG 5 TWIN SPOKEWheel Type18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height1453Length4688
Wheelbase2729Width1830
Width (including mirrors)1999 

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)35Gross Vehicle Weight2270
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)1310Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)445
Max. Loading Weight505Max. Roof Load100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked1600Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked750
Minimum Kerbweight1765No. of Seats5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb11.1
The vehicle information above was correct at time of manufacture. Please speak to the dealership for full current specification.

Independent review

Review courtesy of Car and Driving

Mercedes-Benz CLA

Coupe and Shooting Brake versions of Mercedes' trendy compact CLA model offer sophisticated plug-in tech. Jonathan Crouch takes a look...

Ten Second Review

Mercedes thinks that the tech-savvy customers looking at its CLA four-door Coupe and Shooting Brake models will be attracted by the plug-in hybrid technology that features in this clever CLA 250e variant. It can travel up to 42 WLTP-rated miles on a single charge that can be completed from 10-100% in just an hour and 45 minutes from a 7.4kW garage wallbox. And the 1.33-litre petrol engine and 75kW electric motor produce a sprightly 218hp total output, yet a super-low CO2 reading of up to 31g/km. In short, this is a car that's eco-conscious as well as fashion-conscious.

Background

If you're looking at a trendy premium-badged compact saloon or estate, then you're probably also the kind of person who likes the ideas of futuristic electrification. Which is why the three key premium brand models competing in this segment, the Mercedes CLA, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe and the Audi A3 Saloon, have all been developed with it. It's the Mercedes we look at here, a car which, unlike its two arch-rivals, is additionally offered in an estate form, the 'Shooting Brake'. As well as its various conventional engines, the CLA is also available with clever PHEV tech in the form of the variant we look at here, the CLA 250e. The CLA 250e shares the same plug-in powertrain as the A-Class, the B-Class and the GLA crossover, a set-up that right now just happens to set the segment standard. But can it justify a significant price premium over the conventional petrol and diesel versions of this CLA? Let's take a look.

Driving Experience

Not long ago, before the advent of plug-in technology, the idea of a humble 1,332cc petrol engine somehow putting out as much as 218hp would have been quite startling but that's the system output of the CLA 250e. That figure combines the 150hp of this model's 1.33-litre powerplant with a 75kW electric motor linked to a 15.6kWh lithium-ion battery. These power sources collectively generate a pretty potent system pulling power figure of 450Nm. So, not surprisingly, performance is sprightly, 62mph dispatched in just 6.8s en route to 149mph. You have to have front wheel drive and an 8-speed 8G-DCT dual clutch auto transmission. Of most interest to a potential PHEV buyer though, will be this model's projected WLTP all-electric driving range - up to 42 miles. Obviously, you won't get anywhere near that figure if you regularly approach the quoted all-electric top speed of 87mph. An 'Electric' drive programme keeps the car in battery drive unless the accelerator pedal's kickdown function is used. In the 'Electric' programme, the energy recovery level can also be selected via paddles behind the steering wheel. The paddles on the steering wheel enable the selection of five different recuperation levels ('DAUTO', 'D+', 'D', 'D-' and 'D--'). The usual additional 'Comfort', 'ECO' and 'Sport' modes are also available. According to the given requirements, the driver is thus able to give priority to electric driving, place the emphasis on driving dynamics or give preference to combustion mode in order to save electric range, for example.

Design and Build

This CLA's PHEV set-up is all very cleverly packaged. An innovative exhaust system layout explains the need for a relatively minimal reduction in boot capacity compared with a conventionally-engined CLA four-door Coupe or Shooting Brake estate model. The exhaust ends in a centrally positioned outlet under the vehicle floor, with the rear silencer housed in the transmission tunnel. Integrating the fuel tank into the axle installation space creates additional room beneath the rear seats for the high-voltage battery. Otherwise, it's much as it would be in any other CLA. Visual differentiators as to this variant's plug-in status are limited to subtle badging. And inside, the cabin is unchanged, save for extra 'Electric' and 'Battery Level' menus in the MBUX infotainment system. In a CLA, you sit a little lower than you would in other compact Mercedes models, on black leather-stitched sports seats with integrated head restraints which position you lower in front of a race-style flat-bottomed nappa leather-trimmed steering wheel. And you're surrounded by premium touches; a glossy piano black-coated centre console that flows up into the dash; and intricately fashioned door cards filleted with aluminium and double-stitched hide panels. Luxury downsizers will love it. In standard spec, you get a couple of 7.0-inch infotainment screens - one in front of the driver for the instruments and a centre-dash one for the infotainment functions. Pay extra and you can have both these displays uprated to 10.3-inches in size. Fashion is the keynote here - which is why you access the rear through lovely frameless doors, just like a pricey CLS model in the next class up. Negotiate around the plunging roofline and get yourself inside though and it is a little surprising to find that despite this car being 9mm longer than a current W205 generation Mercedes C-Class saloon, it offers significantly less space for rearward passengers. Boot space is around 400 litres for the CLA Coupe 250e and around 445-litres for the Shooting Brake version. That's around 60-litres down on a conventionally-engined model.

Market and Model

Mercedes has priced this CLA 250e plug-in at about the same level as the top CLA diesel, the 190hp CLA 220d, which costs around £36,000. For trim, you'll need to choose one of the 'AMG Line' variants. There's 'AMG Line', 'AMG Line Premium' and 'AMG Line Premium Plus'. 'AMG Line' trim includes AMG alloy wheels of at least 18-inches in size, plus an AMG body styling kit. Inside, all variants get cool ambient lighting, a black roof liner, stainless steel sports pedals, AMG floor mats and a multi-function nappa leather-stitched sports steering wheel. Along with two-zone THERMOTRONIC air conditioning, a wireless 'phone charger, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, heated front seats, cruise control and a speed limiter. As usual with a Mercedes, there's also the 'DYNAMIC SELECT' driving modes system, which allows you to adjust throttle response, steering feel and gearshift timings to suit the way you want to drive. The real CLA cabin talking point though, is the clever 'MBUX' ('Mercedes-Benz User eXperience') multimedia infotainment system, which is controlled by two high resolution screens. With base 'AMG Line' trim, you get a 7-inch one for the instrument cluster and 10.25-inch touchscreen media display in the centre of the dash. The 'MBUX' system is built around the brand's 'Hey Mercedes' voice activation system, which you'll quickly find yourself using to operate many of the interior features. These include a six-speaker 100-watt DAB audio set-up, Bluetooth, 'Apple CarPlay/'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring and a 'Live Traffic Information' feature that's free for the first three years of ownership.

Cost of Ownership

The 15.6kWh battery can be charged with AC or DC current via a socket located in the right-hand side wall of the vehicle. This CLA 250e can be charged at a 7.4kW wallbox with alternating current (AC) within 1 h 45 min from 10-100%. For direct-current (DC) charging at 24kW, the battery can be charged from 10-80% in around 25 minutes. Keep everything charged up and Mercedes reckons that 90% of regular commuting journeys can be completed without using the petrol engine. One important comfort feature is the pre-entry climate control prior to starting a journey, which reduces energy usage and can also be activated conveniently by smartphone. The quoted WLTP combined cycle fuel figure for the Coupe variant is 188mpg and WLTP CO2 emissions are rated between 31-35g/km. For the Shooting Brake estate variant, the figures are 177mpg and WLTP CO2 emissions are rated between 38-42g/km The MBUX infotainment system assists the driver in finding charging stations. Just start a search simply by saying "Hey Mercedes, find charging stations nearby". Via the 'Mercedes me Charge' system, drivers of this plug-in hybrid model can optionally obtain access to one of the world's largest charging networks, with over 300 different operators in Europe alone (municipalities, car parks, motorways, shopping centres, etc.). Thanks to navigation, Mercedes-Benz customers can find these stations easily and can gain convenient access to the charging stations via the Mercedes me Charge card, the Mercedes me App or directly from the car. No separate contracts are necessary for this: apart from simple authentication, customers benefit from an integrated payment function with simple billing after they have registered their payment method once. Each charging process is booked automatically. The individual charging processes are clearly listed in a monthly invoice.

Summary

If you're looking at a Mercedes CLA, then you'll probably have already adjusted to the idea of paying a premium for its fashionable design. In which case, finding a touch more to get the trendy plug-in tech offered by this CLA 250e variant might not be too much of an extra stretch. After all, there's lots to like here; superb refinement, clean emissions that lead to super-low BiK taxation and the appealing prospect of largely fuel-free commuting mileage. Even as it is, this CLA 250e could make more sense than a conventional diesel or petrol version of this model once you add up whole-life costs on a finance deal. The era of plug-in hybrid technology may be relatively short-lived - much of Europe plans to ban hybrid engines by 2035 - but right here, right now, it's the approach to electrification that makes most sense for an awful lot of buyers. But upfront costs need to be driven down if wider consumer uptake on PHEV models like this one is to be realised. If you don't mind paying the premium though, with a CLA 250e, you'll get a premium package in return.

Performance
80%
Handling
70%
Comfort
80%
Space
60%
Styling
80%
Build
80%
Value
50%
Equipment
60%
Economy
90%
Depreciation
60%
Insurance
50%

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35 monthly payments of£487
Initial rental£2922
Contract mileage30,000
Term (months)36

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