2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45 received a substantial standard-equipment update, with several previously optional comfort, safety and convenience features becoming standard. It was not redesigned, and its 375-hp engine, seven-speed transmission and all-wheel-drive system carried over unchanged.
About the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA
1st generation (C117, 2014-2019 US), final model year after the 2017 mid-cycle update
Mercedes-AMG positioned the AMG CLA as a compact four-door coupe for drivers who wanted serious performance without moving to a larger sedan. Its core identity combined a low, coupe-like shape with four-door usefulness, a handcrafted high-output four-cylinder engine, quick dual-clutch shifts and performance-focused AWD. The model stood apart through unusually strong power for its engine size and AMG-developed suspension, braking and cornering hardware.
The AMG CLA lineup consisted of the CLA 45, a small four-door performance car with a handcrafted 375-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a quick-shifting seven-speed transmission and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive. Its track-influenced suspension and brakes supplied the performance focus, while heated front sport seats, Blind Spot Assist and Harman Kardon surround sound made the 2019 model better equipped for daily use.
What changed, by category
2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 23 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 375 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 27.1 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Satellite Radio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA compared with the 2018 model?
The main change for 2019 was a larger standard-equipment list. Blind Spot Assist, heated front seats, keyless entry and start, foot-activated trunk access, auto-dimming mirrors, a garage-door transmitter, LED headlamps, Harman Kardon surround sound and satellite radio became standard, while the rear spoiler became optional.
Did the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA get a new engine or transmission?
No. The 2019 AMG CLA 45 retained its handcrafted 375-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and AMG all-wheel-drive system.
What safety equipment became standard on the 2019 AMG CLA 45?
Blind Spot Assist became standard on the 2019 AMG CLA 45. Active Brake Assist was already standard and continued unchanged.
Was the 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA redesigned?
No. The 2019 model kept the same body, chassis, suspension and braking hardware, making it a final-year equipment update rather than a redesign.
Was 2019 the final year of the first-generation Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA?
Yes. The 2019 AMG CLA 45 was the final model year of the first-generation C117 AMG CLA in the United States.
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