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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 review

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Mercedes-Benz CLA250 highlights

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

26 city, 36 highway, 30 combined

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What is new for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250?

  • Blind Spot Monitor, Automated Parking, Leatherette & Cloth, Remote Start, and Smart Key features are now available as options on select trims.

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Ratings & reliability

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Above Average

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.

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mercedes-Benz CLA250 is $574, compared to an average of $546 for Luxury Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

According to RepairPal, Mercedes-Benz CLA250 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 1.8 times for Luxury Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 7% for the Mercedes-Benz CLA250, compared to an average of 12% for Luxury Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Mercedes-Benz CLA250 features and specs

4D Sedan 2WD

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Locks
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cruise Control
  • Power Windows
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Rear View Camera
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Android Auto
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Automated Parking
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Head Up Display
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leatherette & Cloth
  • Leather Seats
  • Remote Start
  • Smart Key
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Burmester Audio
  • Navigation System

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

221

Torque (ft-lbs)

258

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

13.5

Wheelbase

107.4"

Overall length

184.6"

Width

72"

Height

56.7"

Leg room

F 41.8"/R 33.9"

Head room

F 38.5"/R 35.7"

Front tires

P225/45HR18

Rear tires

P225/45HR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 FAQ

The Mercedes-Benz CLA250 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 as 6 out of 25 among Luxury Compact Car
Here is what's new for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250:
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Automated Parking
  • Leatherette & Cloth
  • Remote Start
  • Smart Key
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 26 city / 36 highway MPG Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.

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