The brand new CLA Coupe’s driver help know-how contains the next-generation Parking Package deal, which gives 360-degree visualization for camera-assisted parking utilizing 3D photos.
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The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA compact sedan undergoes a mid-cycle refresh with small exterior adjustments and extra normal options. The large change for the brand new mannequin yr is the supply of a 48-volt mild-hybrid system on most trims. The mild-hybrid system generates 13 additional horsepower and permits for regenerative braking.
The brand new CLA Coupe, together with the 2 AMG variants (CLA 35 and CLA 45 S), will arrive at U.S. dealerships later in 2023.
What’s New
Delicate-hybrid system, entrance and rear design, driver help know-how, electrified powertrain, telematics system.
Mannequin Options
The delicate hybrid four-cylinder gasoline engine is provided normal with an extra 48-volt on-board energy provide that provides an additional 13 hp. The brand new belt-driven starter-generator allows low-vibration and low-noise engine beginning in addition to coasting with the combustion engine switched off. Throughout braking and acceleration, the starter-generator recuperates and provides the 12-volt on-board community and the 48-volt battery with electrical power.
The upgraded normal tools contains Highbeam Help, a reversing digicam and the USB package deal, along with the leather-based steering wheel and LED entrance headlamps. The Parking Package deal and Mirror Package deal are additionally included as normal tools.
Within the inside, the free-standing twin screens embody a ten.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a ten.25-inch multimedia show. The steering wheel is upholstered in Nappa leather-based as normal, whereas a heated steering wheel can be obtainable within the AMG Line for the primary time.
The MB-Tex/microfiber seat upholstery consists largely of recycled supplies, 65 p.c within the center part of the seat and 85 p.c within the backside material. As early as the tip of this decade, Mercedes-Benz stated it goals to at the very least halve the CO2 emissions per passenger automobile within the new car fleet over the complete lifecycle in comparison with 2020.
The CLA Coupe options the most recent era of MBUX infotainment system with newly designed show types. The central show gives all earlier features, resembling navigation, media and cellphone, and might be operated conveniently as a touchscreen.
A brand new function of the revised telematics system is wi-fi smartphone connectivity by way of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For additional connectivity, the CLA Coupe has an extra USB-C port and elevated USB charging capability. All USB ports are additionally now illuminated.
The CLA Coupe is out there with enhanced driver help know-how. With the upgraded Driver Help Package deal, Lane Conserving Help is managed by the energetic steering management. The following-generation Parking Package deal, geared up normal, helps longitudinal parking and gives 360-degree visualization for camera-assisted parking utilizing 3D photos.
Security Ranking
Sources:
Official Mercedes-Benz CLA 2019 security score (euroncap.com)
2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA (iihs.org)
