Mercedes-Benz CLA C117
A stylish, compact four-door coupé that brought the CLS silhouette to a new audience.
- Power
- 156 bhp
- Top speed
- 143 mph
About the Mercedes-Benz CLA C117
The Mercedes-Benz CLA (C117) was a landmark model for the brand, serving as its first front-wheel-drive sedan offered in the United States and a style-focused alternative to the A-Class. Marketed as a four-door coupé, it features a dramatic plunging roofline and frameless windows inspired by the larger CLS. The CLA 200 AMG Sport trim adds aggressive body styling, firmer suspension, and 18-inch alloy wheels to enhance its visual appeal. While praised for its striking design and class-leading aerodynamics (Cd 0.23), it was often noted for its firm ride and limited rear headroom compared to traditional saloons.
Mercedes-Benz CLA C117 specs
The Mercedes-Benz CLA C117 produces 156 bhp (116 kW) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h).
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|
| Model | CLA |
| Generation | C117 |
| Trim | CLA 200 AMG Sport |
| Years | 2013–2019 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,595 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 156 bhp (116 kW) at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,430 kg (3,153 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 109 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Mercedes-Benz CLA C117 rarity in CarSpot
The Mercedes-Benz CLA C117 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 7 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Mercedes-Benz CLA C117 fun facts
- At its launch, the C117 CLA was the most aerodynamic production car in the world, boasting a drag coefficient of just 0.23.
- The CLA was the first front-wheel-drive vehicle ever sold by Mercedes-Benz in the United States market.
- Despite its compact dimensions, the CLA is actually longer than the W204 C-Class sedan that was on sale at the time of its debut.
