The development process of the new Mercedes CLA continues. Mercedes is working at full capacity on an update for its popular compact model. One last set-up before the transformation of the CLA into a 100% electric vehicle.
Mercedes has started up all the machinery with the aim of carrying out the development process of a very important update. The time has come for the CLA range is updated with a facelift. A “facelift” as a mid-cycle update that will allow this generation to face the rest of the commercial life that lies ahead. And what is more important, say goodbye in style to the thermal model that we can find in our dealerships.
The successor to the Mercedes CLA will be an electric car. However, and before the total transformation of the CLA into an electric vehicle takes place, there is still room to continue marketing the current model. Proof of this is this set-up that is on the agenda and that will not only affect the Mercedes CLA Coupe. The more practical and familiar body variant will also be updated. We talk about Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake.
Spy photos of the new Mercedes CLA 2024
Our photographers have spotted in broad daylight a fleet of prototypes of the new Mercedes-CLA 2024. A sighting that allows us to approach in great detail the development process that is taking place. Specifically, and as can be seen in the spy photos that illustrate this article, the new CLA Coupé and the new CLA Shooting Brake have been hunted.
All units photographed have the characteristic camouflage of the “facelifts” of Mercedes. A camouflage that is concentrated on the front and that also makes an appearance at the rear. Despite this, there are several details that jump out quickly. A test unit sports a more basic configuration while the rest are decked out in the AMG equipment line.
What changes will occur in the design of the CLA? If we had the opportunity to remove all the camouflage from the front, we would find new headlights and a revised grille and bumper. The most relevant novelty of the rear will be some renewed pilots.
At the moment there is no possibility to look inside. However, and taking as a reference the changes that will occur in Class A, we can advance some of the keys to the cabin. It will debut a new version of the MBUX infotainment system.
The electrified engines of the new Mercedes CLA 2024
Regarding the mechanical section there will also be changes. The new CLA will continue to be available alongside a selection of gasoline, diesel and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) engines. Mercedes will take advantage of the moment to adjust the offer and introduce the 48-volt mild hybrid (MHEV) technology in some gasoline and diesel engines to improve consumption figures. The automatic gearbox will also be retouched.
When will it be revealed? The coming-out of the new Mercedes CLA, in its two body variants, will take place in the middle of next year. So it will land in dealerships as a 2024 model.