DecodedCars2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Coupe, Amg Cla 35 4dr Coupe, Amg Cla 45 4dr Coupe
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 26 city / 36 hwy
- Length
- 184.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,597–4,729 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,597 lb (4dr Coupe).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (26 city / 36 highway), 5% better than the 2025 compact car average of 28.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 CLA-Class — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 CLA-Class →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Coupe | 184.6 in | 72 in | 56.3 in | 107.5 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 4,597 lb | 60/40 |
| Amg Cla 35 4dr Coupe | 184.6 in | 72 in | 56.3 in | 107.5 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 4,663 lb | 60/40 |
| Amg Cla 45 4dr Coupe | 184.6 in | 72 in | 56.3 in | 107.5 in | 63.4 / 63 in | 4,729 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLA250 Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 36 / 30 | +5% | $2,750 | 298 |
| CLA250 4matic Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 29 | +1% | $2,850 | 311 |
| AMG CLA35 4matic Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | -13% | $3,300 | 362 |
| AMG CLA45 S 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | -20% | $3,550 | 379 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class.
Similar 2025 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 BMW 3 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi A4 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Audi A6 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Audi A3 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other CLA-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 CLA-Class | 33 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 CLA-Class | 30 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 CLA-Class | 30 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 CLA-Class | 29 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 CLA-Class | 29 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 CLA-Class | 29 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 CLA-Class | 28 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 CLA-Class | 29 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 CLA-Class | 29 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 CLA-Class | 29 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 CLA-Class | 30 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 CLA-Class | 30 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →