New 2014 CLA starts at $29,900... your turn BMW

Sedoy · 01-30-2013, 10:44 PM

I know, I know it's FWD (or optional AWD) but still cheaper than C-class... $29,900

really cheap for any MBZ.

Few key features:

Cd figure = 0.23
CLA250 = 2.0-liter four- cylinder gasoline engine with 208 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque
CLA250 = 5.8-inch display and Bluetooth as standard equipment.
Anthracite surface finish is available as the standard trim

Length:182.3
Width: 80.0
Height: 56.6

Good job MBZ.

More CLA:

rdub · 01-30-2013, 11:08 PM

Just don't like this thing. At all.

NemesisX · 01-30-2013, 11:33 PM

Cheaper than a well optioned Toyota Camry, or Honda Odyssey. Crazy.

Red Bread · 01-31-2013, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NemesisX

Cheaper than a well optioned Toyota Camry, or Honda Odyssey. Crazy.

And something in common with them too.

cloakster · 01-31-2013, 01:39 AM

Audi A3 is priced the same and the 128i coupe starts at $1100 more. Its definitely not overpriced, but I wouldn't call it a bargain either.

Still, it is a great car and a good option for those looking to get into a luxury brand at an affordable price.

BlackJetE90 · 01-31-2013, 03:48 AM

Looks great to me. No hate here.

Interested to see the CLA45 AMG.

Garduna · 01-31-2013, 05:58 AM

Can't wait to see the CLA AMG

Wraith. · 01-31-2013, 12:20 PM

If the AMG is available for ED around the same time as the M3 I'd consider it.

Brunotheboxer · 01-31-2013, 12:22 PM

I dislike it.

kyleb350 · 01-31-2013, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garduna

Can't wait to see the CLA AMG

I wonder what engine MB would put in that. Given that it's a FWD car, I wonder if they'll just slap a different tune on it.

gferil · 01-31-2013, 01:29 PM

Not my cup of tea personally, but for what it is, seems really cool. Great way for MB to appeal to the masses and offer their brand and luxury to people that don't care too much about power or even know what wheels power the car...which sadly is a majority of people buying luxury cars.

Awesome to see car companies adapting with the times, even though those adaptations are in the opposite direction of what us enthusiasts like. As long as it helps to pay the bills to fund the AMG and M and RS and other "high performance" segments of the brands I'm all for it!

Inspired · 01-31-2013, 01:37 PM

is this like the poorman MB? Damn under 30k?

KingOfJericho · 01-31-2013, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyleb350

I wonder what engine MB would put in that. Given that it's a FWD car, I wonder if they'll just slap a different tune on it.

It will likely be AWD like the new E63

DASHOCKER · 01-31-2013, 02:06 PM

i would get this over the front drive acura and lexus es

Raja Ventureshield · 01-31-2013, 03:31 PM

i would get this to replace our accord. :-)

Year's_End · 01-31-2013, 05:17 PM

I'm sure the stripper model will be just that: stripped bare. Regardless, I think it's going to be a great inclusion to the lineup.

While some can make a decent case for it being overstyled, I think it looks good. The hard creases running lengthwise mask its relatively portly and stubby dimensions.

I'm sure a healthily optioned model will be around the low 40's.

Year's_End · 01-31-2013, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Inspired

is this like the poorman MB? Damn under 30k?

Depends on what your idea of "poor" is.

KingOfJericho · 01-31-2013, 05:48 PM

Are Europeans as repulsed with lesser models as Americans seem to be? I mean, whenever I go overseas, I see A & B Class Mercedes much more often than an E or S class. Does this brand snobbery exist over there? Maybe we would think a little less of these brands if our taxis were Mercedes...

I LOATHE the term "poor man's ______" as it is almost always a total joke. People have said this about a few cars I've owned and in turn, I've made a few observations. People who called my Lotus a "poor man's Ferrari" universally drove pieces of junk. I mean, 90s Mercury Sable junk. People also love to pick on the 135i. I test drove many cars before picking up the 1er and I chose it because it fit exactly what I was looking for, regardless of price. The stigma is that I only got it because I desperately wanted to have a roundel in my garage and wouldn't spring for the now-one-notch-above-the-lowest-model 3er.

b0bab0i · 01-31-2013, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyleb350

I wonder what engine MB would put in that. Given that it's a FWD car, I wonder if they'll just slap a different tune on it.

It would be AWD and have the same engine the next gen C-class AMG will have.

Newly developed 4 liter V8 turbo motor.

http://blog.caranddriver.com/mercede...s-replacement/

Bartman619 · 01-31-2013, 06:38 PM

.....Looks like Chris Bangle desgined it.

Red Bread · 01-31-2013, 08:02 PM

All talk to date has been that the CLS and A 45's would have a four cylinder, certainly not a 4.0l V8.

SaMaster14 · 01-31-2013, 08:07 PM

Looks pretty good. AMG version sounds interesting!!

01-30-2013, 10:44 PM	#1
Sedoy Private First Class Drives: E53 X5 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New England Posts: 122 iTrader: (0)	New 2014 CLA starts at $29,900... your turn BMW I know, I know it's FWD (or optional AWD) but still cheaper than C-class... $29,900 really cheap for any MBZ. Few key features: Cd figure = 0.23 CLA250 = 2.0-liter four- cylinder gasoline engine with 208 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque CLA250 = 5.8-inch display and Bluetooth as standard equipment. Anthracite surface finish is available as the standard trim Length:182.3 Width: 80.0 Height: 56.6 Good job MBZ. More CLA: Last edited by Sedoy; 02-02-2013 at 09:59 AM.
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01-30-2013, 11:08 PM	#2
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Brunotheboxer Colonel Drives: 335iS Coupe Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Boston/Cape Cod Posts: 2,916 iTrader: (0)	I dislike it. __________________ "...I maybe drunk, but you're ugly, and I can sober up..."

01-31-2013, 02:06 PM	#14
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01-31-2013, 05:17 PM	#16
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,785 iTrader: (0)	I'm sure the stripper model will be just that: stripped bare. Regardless, I think it's going to be a great inclusion to the lineup. While some can make a decent case for it being overstyled, I think it looks good. The hard creases running lengthwise mask its relatively portly and stubby dimensions. I'm sure a healthily optioned model will be around the low 40's. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

01-30-2013, 11:33 PM	#3
NemesisX Second Lieutenant Drives: '08 335i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: TX Posts: 281 iTrader: (0)	Cheaper than a well optioned Toyota Camry, or Honda Odyssey. Crazy.

01-31-2013, 01:39 AM	#5
cloakster First Lieutenant Drives: 2012 VW GLI Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 373 iTrader: (0)	Audi A3 is priced the same and the 128i coupe starts at $1100 more. Its definitely not overpriced, but I wouldn't call it a bargain either. Still, it is a great car and a good option for those looking to get into a luxury brand at an affordable price.

01-31-2013, 03:48 AM	#6
BlackJetE90 Major Drives: E90 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: e90 Posts: 1,414 iTrader: (0)	Looks great to me. No hate here. Interested to see the CLA45 AMG.

01-31-2013, 05:58 AM	#7
Garduna Brigadier General Drives: 128i Sedona Red Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 3,904 iTrader: (3)	Can't wait to see the CLA AMG

01-31-2013, 12:20 PM	#8
Wraith. Captain Drives: ED '11 Z4 35is Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 635 iTrader: (0)	If the AMG is available for ED around the same time as the M3 I'd consider it.

01-31-2013, 01:29 PM	#11
gferil Captain Drives: 06 Z4MC Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 696 iTrader: (5)	Not my cup of tea personally, but for what it is, seems really cool. Great way for MB to appeal to the masses and offer their brand and luxury to people that don't care too much about power or even know what wheels power the car...which sadly is a majority of people buying luxury cars. Awesome to see car companies adapting with the times, even though those adaptations are in the opposite direction of what us enthusiasts like. As long as it helps to pay the bills to fund the AMG and M and RS and other "high performance" segments of the brands I'm all for it!

01-31-2013, 01:37 PM	#12
Inspired Colonel Drives: 335i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: California Posts: 2,030 iTrader: (2)	is this like the poorman MB? Damn under 30k?

01-31-2013, 03:31 PM	#15
Raja Ventureshield Brigadier General Drives: BMW M3 coupe Join Date: May 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 4,548 iTrader: (6)	i would get this to replace our accord. :-)

01-31-2013, 05:48 PM	#18
KingOfJericho Brigadier General Drives: Yes Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 4,224 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2010 135i Coupe [4.50]	Are Europeans as repulsed with lesser models as Americans seem to be? I mean, whenever I go overseas, I see A & B Class Mercedes much more often than an E or S class. Does this brand snobbery exist over there? Maybe we would think a little less of these brands if our taxis were Mercedes... I LOATHE the term "poor man's ______" as it is almost always a total joke. People have said this about a few cars I've owned and in turn, I've made a few observations. People who called my Lotus a "poor man's Ferrari" universally drove pieces of junk. I mean, 90s Mercury Sable junk. People also love to pick on the 135i. I test drove many cars before picking up the 1er and I chose it because it fit exactly what I was looking for, regardless of price. The stigma is that I only got it because I desperately wanted to have a roundel in my garage and wouldn't spring for the now-one-notch-above-the-lowest-model 3er. __________________ The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Bimmerpost. 2010 S4 Current \| 2010 BMW 135i GONE \| 2008 VW GTI SOLD \| 2006 Lotus Exige SOLD Last edited by KingOfJericho; 01-31-2013 at 05:57 PM.

01-31-2013, 06:38 PM	#20
Bartman619 Captain Drives: Bimmer Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SDCA Posts: 652 iTrader: (2)	.....Looks like Chris Bangle desgined it.

01-31-2013, 08:02 PM	#21
Red Bread Colonel Drives: My wife's car Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 2,932 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X1 35i [0.00] 2009 Schwinn Madison [0.00]	All talk to date has been that the CLS and A 45's would have a four cylinder, certainly not a 4.0l V8.

01-31-2013, 08:07 PM	#22
SaMaster14 Major Drives: 2012 BMW E92 335iS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,029 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 335iS [3.94]	Looks pretty good. AMG version sounds interesting!! __________________ ~2012 BMW 335iS coupe MINERAL WHITE/CORAL RED http://instagram.com/samaster14/

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