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2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA gets a mid-cycle refresh, led by updated styling and more standard technology and driver-assistance equipment. CLA 250 models also switch to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
About the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA
2nd generation (C118), mid-cycle refresh year.
Mercedes positions the CLA as a style-first entry point to the brand: a compact luxury sedan with a coupe-like roofline, a dramatic dashboard display layout, and a more upscale look than its size suggests. It is aimed at shoppers who want Mercedes design, badge appeal, and modern cabin tech in a smaller footprint. Compared with rivals like the Audi A3 and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, the CLA leans harder into sleek styling and a screen-heavy interior.
Mercedes positions the 2024 CLA as a stylish, technology-focused four-door coupe. The CLA 250 pairs a 221-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine with front-wheel drive, while the CLA 250 4MATIC adds all-wheel drive for better traction on slick roads. Both have dual 10.25-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and semi-automated parking assistance.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
CLA 250 and CLA 250 4MATIC models switch to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Styling
The refreshed exterior gets updated LED lighting and revised front and rear trim.
Safety
Automatic high beams and parking assistance become standard across the lineup. A reversing camera and the Mirror Package also join the expanded standard equipment.
Tech
Dual 10.25-inch displays become standard with updated touchscreen software. Wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and satellite radio also become standard.
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 36 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 221 hp | 221 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.9 in | 33.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Remote Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA redesigned?
No. The 2024 CLA is a mid-cycle refresh of the second-generation model, not a full redesign. It receives revised exterior details, upgraded cabin technology, and more standard driver-assistance equipment.
What technology became standard on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA?
Dual 10.25-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and satellite radio become standard for 2024. The infotainment system also receives updated software.
Did the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA get a new transmission?
Yes. The CLA 250 and CLA 250 4MATIC switch to an 8-speed automatic transmission for 2024. Both retain a 221-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
What driver-assistance features became standard on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA?
Parking assistance and automatic high beams become standard across the 2024 CLA lineup. Standard equipment also includes a reversing camera and the Mirror Package.
What is the difference between the 2024 CLA 250 and CLA 250 4MATIC?
The 2024 CLA 250 has front-wheel drive, while the CLA 250 4MATIC has all-wheel drive for added traction. Their engine, 8-speed automatic transmission, dual-screen cabin, and major standard technology are otherwise the same.
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
4.3
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA
(16 reviews)
“This Mercedes does not have a spare tire - I am old school - I would say this is a negative about this car.”
“It handles well and is very comfortable. The car is also super fast and has multiple driving modes.”