Eaton

https://media.mbusa.com/releases/rel...cedes-benz-cla

alexasa

iTrader: (1)

very cool! Love to see the rear taillight upgrade - probably the thing that was dating the CLA more than anything else IMO.

SuperSaloon

I’m glad we are finally getting the S model. Interestingly the performance 0-60 is unchanged. Judging by the performance of the regular CLA 45 AMG being the same and trapping at 114 in the 1/4 I’m thinking both models have the 416hp for some reason they just under report it on the non S. I have not seen any difference in straight line performance between the two.

cFoo

Woot. My 2023 order is still delayed because I stubbornly wanted red seats.

Now. What? Wait even more for the S? 1st world problem.

2sikh

When do y'all think dealerships are gonna start taking 2024 orders or release the order guide? Looks like the last few were released in early June 2022 and March 2021 both by @Eaton. Also, do y'all know of any other forums to follow for the 2024 CLAs?

alexasa

iTrader: (1)

from the post - not sure if that's cla 250 or all variants, seems optimistic. lol

cFoo

Click the link. OP already did half the work.

Eaton

No ordering info available yet. Unknown when it will be.

https://www.mercedescla.org/

W205C43PFL

Yes! Guess they "sorted out" the low quality gas issue but pretty sure it was a different reason, glad they finally bringing it over, thanks OP for the news.

ChargedMB

Same situation for me. I had waited for the 45S for a while; gave up last fall and put in a deposit for a 2023 45 with red seats. Already told the dealership to switch the request when it’s possible haha. I hope the car will be here earliest October/November based on previous years. But honestly, it might even be here in 2024!


Ngl. I’m a bit disappointed by the center console change. Although I’m sure I’d never use it, it is nice to have those buttons. Also it looked better than whatever the new thing is supposed to be. Not a huge fan of the new wheel either. I feel like it’s too thick. Hopefully this one isn’t as thick as the new SL’s wheel…

W205C43PFL

I like how the headlight dot part looks like part of the amg logo (the part before the word "amg"), which results in a more sportier vibe as a result. The headlight also looks similar to the GT 4-door and I realized something, is it just me (probably just me...) were the taillights inspired by the Supra's headlights?

With this car being lighter and smaller and more powerful than the W206 C 43, this might not be a bad option at all to consider for those who are shopping the W206 C 43. I also like the fact they kept the physical buttons for the seat controls (although I expected that because that was what was seen on the facelift W177 A-Class and the fact this is just a facelift and not an all new generation).

cFoo

Same here! I didn’t want the C43 because I thought we’re done sticking ipads on the dash. But here we are it’s making its ways here. The only saving grace here is that it stretches across almost like the old dash. But still sticking up like dual iPads.

W205C43PFL

As you already know, that side by side design Mercedes had it first, I believe since the W222 was first introduced then it trickled down to their other models, now a lot of electric vehicles from various competitors (car manufacturers) have this type of design. German competitors wise, BMW have it on their facelift cars. I too prefer this over the one in the new C-Class and S-Class.

crester

I am absolutely shocked by the 45S for USA. They said they were canceling all these small fwd based Mercedes cars and now they turn around and announce this? Good for the people getting 2024 models... sucks for people like me with 382 hp!

SuperSaloon

Like I mentioned the performance quoted in the original article is the exact same as the 382hp model. The trap speeds for the non S were also recorded at 114mph. Someone who is much more knowledgeable than me would be able to elaborate but based on the vehicles weight and trap speed it is making way more than the claimed 382hp. I have yet to see any difference in straight line performance between the S and non S CLA 45 AMG. For reference my stock Focus RS had 350hp and trapped around 103mph. The CLA 45 AMG feels much, much faster and it’s not just because of the automatic. It pulls noticeably harder in gear. I’m not convinced there is any difference in output between the CLA 45 AMG “382hp” and the CLA 45 AMG S 416hp other than what MB is claiming. Not sure why they under report it, maybe to nudge people to the S.

I still think it’s cool that is is coming to the US though. Makes me wonder if I should have waited to buy, but I’m guessing these are going to be hard to find in a spec I like and then there will be the issue of markup.

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...y-the-numbers/

alexasa

iTrader: (1)

I am quoting from said article that you are telling me to reference. Article states cars will be here in late 2023 - but it says that early on and is not specific to if that includes all variants.

alexasa

iTrader: (1)

I did not notice that, it's a subtle touch but very nice.

Sockinatoaster

https://www.mercedes-benz.de/passeng...w/cla-amg.html

Eaton

I think it's mainly because the non-S model has been discontinued globally, so MBUSA had to bring it over or cancel the offering. I guess they aren't ready to abandon the CLA yet.

W205C43PFL

Glad they didn't otherwise there will be only GLA left but not everyone wants or needs an SUV.

W205C43PFL

Agreed.

W205C43PFL

For those who are from the UK, they also have the product page up after Germany linked previously, no configurator and pricing yet (obviously) but it does have UK specific features listed.
https://www.mercedes-benz.co.uk/pass...e/new/cla.html

ECUCarolina

I agree with this. I think it was because the USA regulations. Its not the first time the Benz has released the different version in the USA. Now Mercedes can easily mass produce for everyone the S version.

ECUCarolina

I agree with this. I think it was because the USA regulations. Its not the first time the Benz has released the different version in the USA. Now Mercedes can easily mass produce for everyone the S version.

W205C43PFL

Better late than never, MB Canada also posted the information on the new facelift and too confirmed (as you would expect) that the CLA 45 S is coming to Canada as well: https://media.mercedes-benz.ca/relea...cedes-benz-cla