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3. MBUX Surround Navigation: Merging 3D real-time views of the road ahead with active safety telemetry, drivers experience intuitive augmented-reality navigation cues overlaid onto live camera feeds.
4. Burmester 3D Surround Sound: Audiophiles are treated to a bespoke 16-speaker, 850-watt Burmester sound system featuring Dolby Atmos technology, turning every drive into a private concert hall experience.
5. ENERGIZING COMFORT and massage functions: Inflatable air chambers in the lumbar region offer invigorating or relaxing massage patterns, keeping the driver fresh during long stretches across the Karoo.
POWER, PRECISION, AND REFINEMENT Under the bonnet, the CLA 200 combines a modern 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with a highly integrated 48-volt electric motor housed within an advanced 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission( 8G-DCT). CLA 200 performance at a glance:
• Engine: 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol with 48-volt mild-hybrid tech
• Combined power output: 135kW( 120kW petrol plus 22kW electric)
• Maximum torque: 330Nm
• Acceleration( 0-100 km / h): 8.0 seconds
• Top speed: 232km / h
• Claimed average fuel consumption: 5.4 litres per 100km
The integrated electric motor provides instant torque at lower engine speeds, eliminating turbo lag and enabling smooth, silent coasting when off the throttle. For South African commuters navigating the stop-and-go traffic of Gillooly’ s interchange or taking a weekend trip up the Garden Route, this hybrid technology delivers immediate throttle response paired with frugal fuel consumption.
The CLA 200 also features a lowered comfort suspension, reducing the ride height by 15mm. Specially tuned sport dampers are designed to provide stability and sharp roadholding without sacrificing ride smoothness.
BUILT FOR SOUTH AFRICA Navigating South African roads demands more than performance and luxury. Long-term ownership security matters too, and Mercedes-Benz South Africa backs the CLA 200 with comprehensive support packages tailored for complete peace of mind:
• Starting price: R939 519, including emissions tax
• Maintenance plan: Five years or 100 000km
• Standard warranty: Two years with unlimited kilometres
Owners can further personalise their vehicles using local configurator packages, including the AMG Line Package, Night Package with blacked-out exterior accents, or premium Multibeam LED Headlamp upgrades.
THE LEGACY CONTINUES Karl Benz once said:“ The love of inventing never dies.” Some 140 years after he introduced the world to its first motor car, that spirit continues with the three-pointed star.
The new Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 is more than a stylish executive four-door coupe. It is a mobile celebration of 140 years of pioneering achievement. Combining advanced mild-hybrid powertrain efficiency, world-class safety systems, and the revolutionary artificial intelligence of MB. OS, the CLA 200 proves that true luxury isn’ t just about where you are going; it’ s about the heritage that carries you there.
Experience the new CLA 200 at an authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership in South Africa today. IB
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