2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Features & Specs
The 14-inch central touchscreen in the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA features smartphone-style icons and real-time graphics based on high-performance gaming tech. Based on the new Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), 4th-gen MBUX is not just intelligent, it's clever. It listens, converses and helps out 2026 CLA owners much like a human personal assistant. MBUX lets you save hundreds of settings and preferences in a personal profile, and activate it via facial recognition. MBUX Navigation features Electric Intelligence to optimize your route, while Active Range Monitoring can help you maximize range along the way. And for premium convenience, all of the 2026 CLA software is updatable over the air. Automotive innovation takes center stage inside the stylish and versatile 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA.
Stylish LED taillamps stand out and leave a lasting impression as you make your departure in the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA. Available exterior features include:
- LED Intelligent Light System
- Seamless door handles
- Heated wiper blades
- Gloss black exterior accents
- And more
Available 64-color ambient lighting inside the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA lets you tailor the cabin to your driving mood. Available interior features include:
- Rear center armrest
- Heated steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Burmester Surround Sound System
- And more
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA offers gripping capability while also indulging your thirst for power and excitement. Available performance features include:
- 18-inch 5-spoke wheels
- 4MATIC® All-Wheel Drive w/ Torque Shift
- 4-wheel multilink suspension
- Dual Permanently Excited Synchronous (PSM)
- And more
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Sedan fully electric?
Yes, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Sedan is an all-electric vehicle available in two configurations. The CLA 250+ with EQ Technology delivers an EPA-estimated electric range of 374 miles with 268 hp, while the CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology offers 349 hp (combined) with an EPA-estimated range of 312 miles. Whether you're commuting across the Durham-Raleigh corridor or planning a longer road trip, the 2026 CLA offers impressive range to match your lifestyle. *Prices shown exclude tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Offers subject to change without notice. See dealer for details.
What technology does the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Sedan offer inside the cabin?
The 2026 CLA puts a sophisticated digital experience right at your fingertips. The 14-inch central touchscreen features smartphone-style icons and real-time graphics powered by high-performance gaming technology. Built on the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), the 4th-generation MBUX system listens, converses, and assists drivers much like a personal assistant, letting you save hundreds of preferences in a personal profile activated via facial recognition. An optional Superscreen adds a third display for the front passenger's enjoyment. All software is updatable over the air, so your CLA stays current long after you drive it home from our Durham showroom.
What exterior design features make the 2026 CLA Sedan stand out?
The 2026 CLA Sedan blends futuristic style with signature Mercedes-Benz elegance. A radiant illuminated star panel features 142 tiny stars that welcome your approach with a friendly animation, while distinctive LED taillamps leave a lasting impression at every departure. A standard fixed Panorama roof brings in natural light while blocking infrared rays, and five styling options, including Night Package, AMG Line, and AMG Line Plus, allow for meaningful personalization. Additional available exterior touches include an LED Intelligent Light System, seamless door handles, heated wiper blades, and gloss black exterior accents.
What performance and drivetrain options are available on the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Sedan?
The 2026 CLA Sedan is engineered for both responsive performance and confident handling. The CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology delivers 349 hp (combined) and reaches 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, while the CLA 250+ with EQ Technology achieves the same sprint in 6.6 seconds. Available performance features include 4MATIC® All-Wheel Drive with Torque Shift, a 4-wheel multilink suspension, Dual Permanently Excited Synchronous motors, and available 18-inch 5-spoke wheels. Whether navigating I-40 or winding through Research Triangle Park, the CLA is built to deliver.
What interior comfort and storage features come with the 2026 CLA Sedan?
Inside the 2026 CLA, luxury and practicality go hand in hand. Standard amenities include heated front seats with memory settings and intuitive seat-shaped controls. Available 64-color ambient lighting lets you tailor the cabin to your driving mood, and a front trunk ("frunk") with a standard cargo organizer provides extra storage beyond the rear trunk. Additional available interior features include a rear center armrest, heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a Burmester Surround Sound System. Visit Mercedes-Benz of Durham at 110 Kentington Drive to explore the full lineup and find the trim that suits your needs.
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