Mercedes-Benz of Sudbury
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA
Now available at Mercedes-Benz of Sudbury in Sudbury, MA
- Starting MSRP$42,750
- Horsepower221–416 hp
- EPA MPG20–26 city / 28–36 hwy
- DrivetrainFront Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive / Rear Wheel Drive
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA brings sedan proportions, five-seat practicality, and a broad range of gasoline and electric configurations to Mercedes-Benz of Sudbury in Sudbury, MA. Shoppers can explore the CLA lineup by comparing pricing, performance, efficiency, drivetrain, dimensions, and transmission choices across seven trims, from the front-wheel-drive CLA 250 to the high-performance AMG CLA 45 S. The page also places the CLA alongside the 2026 Genesis G70, 2026 Lexus IS, and 2026 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe for useful context. Mercedes-Benz of Sudbury supports local shoppers with new inventory, vehicle trade-in resources, financing assistance, and Mercedes-Benz service near Sudbury.
- Starting MSRP
- $42,750
- Horsepower
- 221–416 hp
- EPA MPG
- 20–26 city / 28–36 hwy
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Front Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive / Rear Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Unleaded (Required) / Electric
- Body Style
- Sedan
How the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Compares With Competitors
Pricing, power, fuel economy, drivetrain, and fuel type vary across this compact luxury sedan class. The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA starts at $42,750, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.
| Spec | 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA | 2026 Genesis G70 | 2026 Lexus IS | 2026 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $42,750 | $42,850 | $45,500 | $39,600 |
| Horsepower | 221–416 hp | 300–368 hp | 311 hp | 241–312 hp |
| EPA MPG | 20–26 city / 28–36 hwy | 17 city / 23 hwy | 19 city / 27 hwy | 24 city / 33 hwy |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats | 5 seats | — |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive / Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive / All Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Unleaded (Required) / Electric | Premium Unleaded (Required) | Premium Unleaded (Required) | Premium Unleaded (Required) |
Manufacturer figures for the model year shown; a range spans that model's trims. Starting MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
Compared with the 2026 Genesis G70, the CLA starts at $42,750 versus $42,850, while the G70 offers 300–368 hp compared with the CLA range of 221 to 416 hp. The Genesis lists 17 city / 23 hwy EPA MPG, while the CLA spans 20 to 26 city and 28 to 36 highway MPG; the G70’s rear-wheel-drive / all-wheel-drive choice may suit shoppers focused on those layouts, while the CLA also offers front-wheel drive and electric configurations.
Against the 2026 Lexus IS, the CLA starts at $42,750 compared with $45,500 for the Lexus. The IS produces 311 hp and lists 19 city / 27 hwy EPA MPG, while the CLA ranges from 221 to 416 hp and 20 to 26 city / 28 to 36 highway MPG; the Lexus uses rear-wheel drive and premium unleaded fuel, while the CLA offers front-, rear-, and all-wheel drive plus electric powertrains.
The 2026 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe starts at $39,600, below the CLA’s $42,750 starting MSRP, and offers 241–312 hp compared with the CLA range of 221 to 416 hp. BMW lists 24 city / 33 hwy EPA MPG and front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive, while the CLA provides a wider power range, 20 to 26 city and 28 to 36 highway MPG across trims, and gasoline or electric choices.
Specifications and Configuration
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA is a five-seat sedan with a 2.0-liter inline-four engine configuration across the model range, alongside electric powertrains in select trims. Depending on configuration, output ranges from 221 to 416 horsepower and torque ranges from 258 to 369 lb-ft.
CLA configurations use front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or rear-wheel drive. Gasoline trims use premium unleaded fuel and an automated manual transmission with 8 speeds, while electric trims use automatic transmissions with 2 speeds.
Across the seven-trim lineup, city fuel economy ranges from 20 to 26 MPG and highway fuel economy ranges from 28 to 36 MPG. Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph ranges from 4 to 6.3 seconds, with peak power delivered between 5,500 and 6,750 rpm and peak torque between 1,800 and 5,000 rpm.
The CLA measures 184.6 to 184.8 inches long, 72 to 73.1 inches wide, and 55.3 to 56.7 inches high, with a 107.4-inch wheelbase and 78.7-inch width with mirrors. Curb weight ranges from 3,494 to 4,530 pounds, fuel capacity is 13.5 gallons, and cargo space behind the rear seats is 11.6 cubic feet.
Buying a 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA in Sudbury
Mercedes-Benz of Sudbury serves shoppers in Sudbury, Massachusetts, from 141 Boston Post Road, Rte. 20. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so the search inventory page is the right place to review current new-vehicle listings without assuming a specific trim is in stock.
Financing and trade-in planning can be part of the same purchase process. Shoppers can use the dealership’s trade-in resource at value your trade, while Mercedes-Benz service near Sudbury supports ongoing maintenance needs after purchase.
What to Weigh Before Buying
Trim selection changes more than the starting price. Gasoline CLA models require premium unleaded fuel, while the CLA 250+ with EQ Technology and CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology use electric powertrains, creating a meaningful choice between fuel type, drivetrain, performance, and transmission configuration.
Performance shoppers can compare the 302-hp AMG CLA 35 and 416-hp AMG CLA 45 S with the lower-priced CLA 250 trims. Efficiency-focused shoppers may prefer to examine the city and highway MPG ranges alongside seating, cargo room, dimensions, and the acceleration figures associated with individual trims.
