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Mercedes Uncovers New Version of CLA Sedan(photo)


Wed 16 Jan 2019 | 04:15 PM
Ahmed Yasser

By: Ahmed Yasser

CAIRO, Jan. 16 (SEE)- Mercedes-BenZ chosen the technology focused Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in ''Las Vegas'' instead of a traditional motor show to reveal its stylish second generation CLA sedan that is due to hit Australian showrooms in the third quarter of this year.

2019 A-class sedan, will start at $33،495 when it goes on sale in early 2019. That makes it the least expensive car that Mercedes sells undercutting the current ''CLA'' by $600.

The low cost of entry should help bring even more new customers to the brand the company reported that more than 50 % of ''CLA'' buyers were new to the Mercedes Benz brand.

It measuring 4688mm long, 1830mm wide excluding mirrors, 1439mm tall and with a 2729mm wheelbase, the new ''CLA'' has grown in every dimension with the exception of overall height which is 2mm lower than before.

According to Mercedes, all elements are arranged to the overarching design themes of high techology and youthful avant-garde which is centred around a freestanding widescreen display to house the all digital instrumentation and ''MBUX''.

Largely mirroring its A-Class sibling, the CLA interior also features turbine inspired air vents, a wraparound brushed metal design element, advanced multi-function steering wheel and new infotainment touchpad controller and ambient lighting.

The new CLA was revealed in 250 form, powered by a 165kW,350Nm 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, but more variants including a base 200 and range-topping AMG-fettled 45 are expected to emerge down the line. Paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the CLA250 will return a fuel consumption figure of 6.1-6.3 litres per 100km on the combined cycle, while CO2 emissions are rated at 140-143g/km.

The rear end is also updated with slimmer tail-lights and lower numberplate position, while a more prominent rear diffuser and integrated bumper can also be seen.