This latest batch of spy images featuring Mercedes’ all-new 2019 CLA points to clear differences in design between this model and the recently-unveiled A-Class Sedan.
From a practicality standpoint, trying to figure out why Mercedes wanted to have a new CLA and a saloon version of the A-Class can be a bit baffling. Visually however, the two cars will be quite different, as the CLA clearly looks up to the CLS with regards to styling.
A closer connection to the CLS
Park the old CLA next to the old CLS and you won’t find many similarities as far as design language is concerned. This time around though, the two nameplates have been brought closer together.
This prototype doesn’t have any plastic cladding and even though most of it remains camouflaged, the fit is pretty tight, thus revealing some of its most important exterior design elements.
Aside from the headlights, which actually remind us of the old CLA’s units, this all-new model seems to have almost the same shoulder line as the CLS, as well as a similar rear end with teardrop-shaped horizontal taillights. As for the swoosh-like design line across its doors, that seems to be borrowed from the new A-Class.
We know what to expect inside
Just like its predecessor, the all-new Mercedes CLA should also take after the A-Class when it comes to interior design. We’d go as far as to say that we’d be pretty surprised if the dashboard design and layout wasn’t pretty much identical to that of its 5-door cousin.
So expect it to feature Mercedes’ signature twin-digital displays running the MBUX infotainment system, ambient lighting, a three-spoke steering wheel, revised air vents and a digital voice assistant, among others.
Multiple AMG variants
An assortment of petrol and diesel units should make their way into the 2019 CLA, such as the 163 PS (161 HP) 1.33-liter turbo petrol, or the more potent 224 PS (221 HP) 2.0-liter four-pot. More demanding customers will want to wait for either the AMG-tuned CLA 35 or the CLA 45/50. The former is rumored to produce around 300 PS, whereas the latter could put down upwards of 400 PS.
Mercedes is expected to unveil the 2019 CLA later on this year, which could see it visiting the 2018 Paris Motor Show in October. Once out, the CLA will look to fend off Audi’s A3 Sedan, while also laying out the welcome mat for BMW‘s 2-Series Gran Coupe model.
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