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Old Oct 13, 2022 | 02:57 AM
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Hi guys,

Just wonder if any of you guys had delivered the 2023 CLA yet? have not heard any price release or facelift update for this model since all model 2023 have been released and except CLA
If you have please attach pics
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Old Oct 13, 2022 | 07:28 PM
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Is it not getting the same update as the A45S?
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Old Oct 13, 2022 | 08:00 PM
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The 2023 CLA 45 in the US is getting a base price increase from $55,900 to $57,800. No other updates except some minor equipment availability.
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Old Oct 13, 2022 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Sockinatoaster
Is it not getting the same update as the A45S?
The CLA45 came out a year after the A45... so I suspect the CLA45 refresh will come 2024.
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Old Oct 20, 2022 | 03:27 PM
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The CLA45 came out a year after the A45... so I suspect the CLA45 refresh will come 2024.
I ordered a 2023 CLA45 AMG in June. It already arrived at the port. But they wont release it. The dealer told me that 2023 model for CLA 45 AMG is not OKed to be sold in USA yet. So I have to wait till the US gov release it.

The research I did only said it going to be pretty much the same car, But a good chance that it will have wireless CarPlay with the new MBUX.

Anyone has any idea when they would let the car out?
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Old Oct 20, 2022 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
I ordered a 2023 CLA45 AMG in June. It already arrived at the port. But they wont release it. The dealer told me that 2023 model for CLA 45 AMG is not OKed to be sold in USA yet. So I have to wait till the US gov release it.

The research I did only said it going to be pretty much the same car, But a good chance that it will have wireless CarPlay with the new MBUX.

Anyone has any idea when they would let the car out?
2024 will be the new model with wireless Car Play.
2023 release is anyone's guess. Impossible to predict.
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Old Oct 20, 2022 | 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
I ordered a 2023 CLA45 AMG in June. It already arrived at the port. But they wont release it. The dealer told me that 2023 model for CLA 45 AMG is not OKed to be sold in USA yet. So I have to wait till the US gov release it.

The research I did only said it going to be pretty much the same car, But a good chance that it will have wireless CarPlay with the new MBUX.

Anyone has any idea when they would let the car out?
Yup... we went thru that last year. I wouldnt expect your car anytime soon. Could be months.
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Old Oct 20, 2022 | 04:46 PM
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Anyone has any idea when they would let the car out?
look at some of the other threads about releasing the new model year and … don’t hold your breath. All I can say is it’ll be worth the wait.
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Old Nov 3, 2022 | 02:20 AM
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Originally Posted by crester
Yup... we went thru that last year. I wouldnt expect your car anytime soon. Could be months.
What are some challenges CLA45 are facing to government approval?
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Old Nov 3, 2022 | 02:22 AM
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Originally Posted by zDingz
What are some challenges CLA45 are facing to government approval?
There no challenge... it's just procedure. You'll get your car... but probably early spring.
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Old Nov 4, 2022 | 11:33 AM
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Has anyone called a VPC to get vehicle status. Not sure if they answer such questions. I called the ph# listed on google but no one answered the call
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Old Nov 4, 2022 | 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
Has anyone called a VPC to get vehicle status. Not sure if they answer such questions. I called the ph# listed on google but no one answered the call
Don't do that man. It's just going to **** people off. Your car will get here when it gets here.
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Old Dec 12, 2022 | 06:10 PM
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I got a call from the dealer saying that he is expecting my car to be delivered before christmass. Anyone else got their vehicle released. Looks like Mercedes finally Released the 2023 CLA 45. Anyone hear any other news?
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Old Dec 12, 2022 | 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
I got a call from the dealer saying that he is expecting my car to be delivered before christmass. Anyone else got their vehicle released. Looks like Mercedes finally Released the 2023 CLA 45. Anyone hear any other news?
If you look on somewhere like Autotrader you'll know when the VPC is getting ready to release them as the dealerships will start showing "coming soon" vehicles. Hope you get it when promised.
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Old Dec 13, 2022 | 11:30 AM
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Got a confirmation from the dealer. Mercedes has release the MY2023 model for CLA 45. My vehicle is getting assigned a carrier now. Anticipating having it delivered by the end of the week. More ppl should start seeing their orders getting delivered from now.
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Old Dec 14, 2022 | 12:48 AM
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That's great yours is on the way. I think the 2022's were delayed even more because Mercedes was concentrating on launching the EQ cars and the new C-class at that time.
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Old Dec 18, 2022 | 10:30 AM
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Update... Picked it up on Friday. 23 CLA 45 are coming out now. I see a few in Autotrader as well. I think I am going to name it Otto






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Old Dec 18, 2022 | 12:57 PM
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How did you spec it out? That red looks a lot nicer than on the web site. It looked really dull in the configurator, but yours really pops.
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Old Dec 18, 2022 | 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
Update... Picked it up on Friday. 23 CLA 45 are coming out now. I see a few in Autotrader as well. I think I am going to name it Otto



is rear spolier red also or black? Could you share your spec?
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is rear spolier red also or black? Could you share your spec?
Without the aero and night packages it's the smaller body colored one.
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Old Dec 18, 2022 | 11:30 PM
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Yes, I was worries after looking online that the color will be dull. But I am happy that it came out very nice. Online doesn't do justice. That picture was on an overcast day as well. No night Package or Aero. below is my build







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Old Dec 18, 2022 | 11:31 PM
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The rear spoiler is chrome
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Old Dec 19, 2022 | 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
The rear spoiler is chrome
Whut??? Regular cars have body coloured spoilers... night package cars have black spoilers.
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Old Dec 19, 2022 | 01:03 PM
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Whut??? Regular cars have body coloured spoilers... night package cars have black spoilers.
Sorry sorry... My bad. Spoiler is red. Body color. LOL
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Old Dec 20, 2022 | 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by CoolZero
Yes, I was worries after looking online that the color will be dull. But I am happy that it came out very nice. Online doesn't do justice. That picture was on an overcast day as well. No night Package or Aero. below is my build




Are you sure you got what you paid for? The dynamic plus package should come with red 6-pot calipers, The pictures look like you have the standard brakes.
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