How much is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 180?

The CLA 180 starts at $66,500 before on-road costs, making it the entry point to the all-new CLA range. The petrol CLA 200 is $68,100 and the CLA 220 4MATIC is $84,300.

Is the CLA 180 a hybrid?

It is a 48-volt mild hybrid, not a full hybrid. A 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine (100kW) is helped by a 22kW electric motor built into the 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, which can briefly coast on electric power at low speeds. It still runs on petrol and cannot be plugged in.

How economical is the CLA 180?

Mercedes quotes 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle and 122g/km of CO2, helped by the 48-volt mild-hybrid system and engine stop-start.

How quick is the CLA 180?

It does 0-100km/h in a claimed 8.8 seconds and tops out at 218km/h.

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class: Price, Specs & Review 2025-2026

Every Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class variant in Australia, compared

9 variants of the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class are on sale in Australia. Compare them side-by-side in the table below, or tap any variant to jump to it and expand its full specs.

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class variants compared by price, power, fuel and drivetrain
Variant	RRP	Power / Torque	Fuel / Range	Drive	Seats
CLA 1802026	$66,500	100kW / 200Nm	5.4L/100km	FWD	5
CLA 2002026	$68,100	120kW / 250Nm	5.4L/100km	FWD	5
CLA2002026	$69,900	120kW / 250Nm	5.7L/100km	FWD	5
CLA 200 Electric2026	$72,200	165kW / 335Nm	470km WLTP	RWD	5
CLA35 AMG 4MATIC2026	$78,980	225kW / 400Nm	8.2L/100km	AWD	5
CLA250 4MATIC2026	$80,100	165kW / 350Nm	7.3L/100km	AWD	5
CLA 220 4MATIC2026	$84,300	140kW / 300Nm	5.8L/100km	AWD	5
CLA 350 4MATIC Electric2026	$91,300	260kW / 515Nm	663km WLTP	AWD	5
CLA45 S AMG 4MATIC+2026	$93,610	310kW / 500Nm	9.3L/100km	AWD	5

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 180

$66,500

Power: 100kW
Torque: 200Nm
0–100: 8.8s
Fuel use: 5.4L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: FWD
Seats: 5

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 180 is the entry point to the all-new, third-generation CLA and the first to use a 48-volt mild-hybrid petrol setup. A 1.5-litre turbo four makes 100kW, with a 22kW electric boost built into the new 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox that also allows short bursts of electric-only running around town. Mercedes quotes 5.4L/100km and 122g/km of CO2, a 0-100km/h time of 8.8 seconds and front-wheel drive. It shares the CLA's MBUX Superscreen, panoramic roof and 360-degree camera. Priced from $66,500 before on-road costs, it is the sensible-money way into the range.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 200

$68,100

Power: 120kW
Torque: 250Nm
0–100: 8s
Fuel use: 5.4L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: FWD
Seats: 5

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 sits a step above the 180 in the all-new CLA range and uses the same 48-volt mild-hybrid petrol package with a bit more muscle. Its 1.5-litre turbo four makes 120kW, backed by a 22kW electric boost through the 8-speed dual-clutch auto, for a claimed 8.0-second 0-100km/h while still returning 5.4L/100km and 122g/km. Drive goes to the front wheels. You still get the CLA's MBUX Superscreen, panoramic roof, 360-degree camera and memory seats. It is priced from $68,100 before on-road costs.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA200

$69,900

Power: 120kW
Torque: 250Nm
0–100: 8.2s
Fuel use: 5.7L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: FWD
Seats: 5
Towing: 1,800kg

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 200 Electric

$72,200

Power: 165kW
Torque: 335Nm
0–100: 7.5s
EV range: 470km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: RWD
Seats: 5

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 Electric is the entry EV in the all-new CLA range, built on Mercedes' new 800-volt architecture. A single rear motor makes 165kW and 335Nm for a 7.5-second 0-100km/h, and a 58kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery gives up to 470km of WLTP range. It DC fast charges at up to 200kW, adding 10 to 80 per cent in around 20 minutes, and uses a two-speed transmission for efficiency. At $72,200 before on-road costs it slips under the luxury car tax threshold for fuel-efficient vehicles, so it also qualifies for the electric-car FBT exemption on novated leases.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA35 AMG 4MATIC

$78,980

Power: 225kW
Torque: 400Nm
0–100: 4.9s
Fuel use: 8.2L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 5
Towing: 1,800kg

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA250 4MATIC

$80,100

Power: 165kW
Torque: 350Nm
0–100: 6.3s
Fuel use: 7.3L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 5
Towing: 1,800kg

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 220 4MATIC

$84,300

Power: 140kW
Torque: 300Nm
0–100: 7.1s
Fuel use: 5.8L/100km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 5

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 220 4MATIC tops the petrol side of the all-new CLA range and is the only mild-hybrid variant with all-wheel drive. Its 1.5-litre turbo four produces 140kW, with a 22kW electric assist through the 8-speed dual-clutch auto, good for a claimed 7.1-second 0-100km/h. 4MATIC traction and larger 19-inch wheels lift its everyday ability, and Mercedes still quotes 5.8L/100km and 131g/km. It runs the same MBUX Superscreen cabin and carries a 51-litre tank. Pricing is $84,300 before on-road costs.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA 350 4MATIC Electric

$91,300

Power: 260kW
Torque: 515Nm
0–100: 4.9s
EV range: 663km
Gearbox: Automatic
Drive: AWD
Seats: 5

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC Electric is the flagship of the all-new CLA range, pairing dual motors and all-wheel drive with the longest range in the line-up. Combined outputs are 260kW and 515Nm, enough for a 4.9-second 0-100km/h, and the 85kWh battery on Mercedes' 800-volt platform is rated at up to 663km WLTP. DC fast charging peaks at a very quick 320kW, so 10 to 80 per cent takes about 22 minutes. Priced from $91,300 before on-road costs, it sneaks under the fuel-efficient luxury car tax threshold, making it FBT-exempt for novated leases too.

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