The Mercedes CLA 200 was first launched in 2013. It is a compact sedan that is very similar to its older counterparts. Not appearance, but the level of equipment and comfort. Nevertheless, this car is completely new. The German manufacturer has provided potential buyers with a niche for fairly inexpensive (for Mercedes) youth sedans. Manufacturers, releasing this model, hoped that it would quickly become popular and would be bought by many. And their plan worked.
The most interesting about the model
The Mercedes CLA 200 is distinguished by a daring body, sports bumpers, a radiator grill, which is called a diamond, beautiful and stylish stamps on the sidewalls and, of course, very spectacular optics. The rear looks especially attractive. She received a rather peculiar drop-shaped form. In the general flow, it is impossible not to notice. The length of the car is not very big - only 4630 mm. And the wheelbase accounts for 2699 mm. In height, this model is 1431 mm, and its width is 1777 mm. So the model is really compact. The total mass of the car is 1915 kilograms. True, the top version, which became known as the CLA 250, weighs 50 kilograms heavier.
Interior
Now a few words about the salon. The Mercedes CLA 200 is a car that was created so that the driver sitting at his wheel gets real pleasure from the process of controlling this car. This time, manufacturers thought a little less about passenger comfort. But this does not mean that they will not be comfortable. Yes, the back of the body had to be squeezed. However, according to reviews, there is still enough space for everyone, despite the fact that the rear has a narrow doorway and a large central tunnel. But it’s spacious above the head and legs. And the topography is quite comfortable.
But in the front, everything is perfect. One feels full freedom, and incredibly comfortable seats with lateral support are sure to please connoisseurs of convenience. The control panel is very nice looking. Reviews highlight the high-quality finish and practical, ergonomic layout of all controls. And the picture is complemented by a convenient, pleasant steering wheel and an informative dashboard. By the way, the trunk of this model is roomy, even if the car belongs to the category of compact ones. 470 liters - that's its volume.
Technical features
Mercedes CLA 200 is offered to customers of the Russian Federation in two versions. So, the first is equipped with an in-line four-cylinder power unit, the volume of which is 1.6 liters. DOHC with a chain drive, 16 timing valves, direct fuel injection, a low-inertia turbocharged compressor and a gas distribution phase change system - all this has this engine. Good performance! In addition, the motor is made of lightweight material - aluminum - and meets all Euro-6 standards. The power of this motor is 156 “horses”. The engine runs in tandem with a seven-band robotic transmission. This is a 7G-DCT gearbox. To “hundreds” the model accelerates in 8.5 seconds. And its maximum is 230 kilometers per hour. Consumption, by the way, is not very large - approximately 5.5 liters in the combined cycle.
Top modification
There is also a top-end car option. Such a Mercedes CLA 200 is equipped with a 2-liter 4-cylinder power unit, which, like the engine described above, runs on 95-m gasoline. Its manufacturers also made of aluminum. The equipment of this engine includes a 16-valve DOHC timing, characterized by a chain drive. The unit also has direct fuel injection, but not ordinary, but with special piezo nozzles. A turbocharged supercharger, as well as a variable valve timing system, is also available. The maximum that this machine can produce is 211 “horses”. Like the “junior” unit, this motor runs a 7-band “robot”. He, along with the engine, accelerates the car to "weave" in 6.7 seconds. And the maximum speed is 240 kilometers per hour. Fuel, of course, the top version requires more - 6.2 liters per hundred kilometers.
Design features
The basis of the car Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 lay platform MFA, which became known for the A-class cars - hatchbacks. The front part was made of extruded aluminum and high-strength steel. It is supported by a 4-link independent suspension. Interestingly, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 is a front-wheel drive car, but thanks to this design, it became possible to mount an all-wheel drive system. The machine has disc brakes, the front, by the way, are ventilated. The steering wheel has a powerful electromechanical amplifier, which can change the gear ratio. There is also a built-in function to inform the driver about the necessary direction of rotation of the steering wheel. It turns on automatically: either when a person is traveling in a strong wind, or when emergency braking is performed.
And manufacturers have improved the chassis. CLA 200 - Mercedes, whose characteristics are really good - pleases its owners with a design. So, for example, its rear subframe was not attached to the body in the traditional way, but through elastic modern supports. And the anti-roll bars decided to equip with rubber bearings.
Security level
The Mercedes CLA 200 is receiving positive reviews, and this is not surprising. Indeed, in this car everything is done well and efficiently. With special attention, I would like to note such an important point as the safety of passengers and the driver. In the configuration there are seven airbags, among which the knee - for the driver. There is also a safety steering column, a composite drive shaft, which develops during an accident. During test drives and crash tests conducted by EuroNCAP in 2013, this car earned five stars for its safety level. The model really showed a great result. Even in terms of pedestrian safety (and all because the developers have implemented a system through which the hood is raised at the time of the collision).
Equipment
What equipment does the Mercedes CLA 200 boast? The review clearly shows that there are a lot of elements that could please a potential buyer. 16-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights with automatic headlight range control, headlight washer system, EBD + ABS, ASR, ESP, BAS. Inside there is everything you need. And even a preventive braking system. Needless to say, there is even a tracking function for the state of the driver! The model was also equipped with a brake pad wear sensor, an electric parking brake, a tire pressure sensor, an on-board computer with a wide color display and cruise control. But this list is far from complete. Climatic control, heated side mirrors, full electronic package, electrically adjustable, good practical steering wheel with several functions, a multimedia system (screen width - 5.8 inches!), Six powerful speakers, central locking, alarm and even an immobilizer - all this manufacturers decided to complete this model. Really impressive. You can’t even say what can be missed in such a machine.
Cost
So, at the very beginning it was said that this is not a very expensive car. How much is the Mercedes CLA 200? The price of the car in 2014 began with 1,370,000 rubles. All-wheel drive version then cost customers 1 670 000 rubles. Now, the new model of 2015 with styling from AMG and with all the functions that can only be in the car (the list is even more extensive than the one given in the example above) can be bought for two million rubles. But there are second-hand options, but in excellent condition. For example, a 2013 car with a mileage of 120,000 kilometers can cost about 1,100,000 rubles. So there is a choice. And if you want to become the owner of such a car and besides there is such an opportunity, you should not miss it.