Mercedes-Benz CLA250 — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Mercedes-Benz CLA250 specifications on file for 13 model years, 2014–2026, covering saloon/sedan trims. EPA data lists a single engine, the 2L 4-cyl turbo. Combined fuel economy runs from 32 to 36 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline35–36185—11
20252L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline35–36185—01
20242L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline34–36184—03
20232L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–35192—06
20222L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–35192—05
20212L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–35190—07
20202L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–34193—024
20192L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–35193—052
20182L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–35193—046
20172L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–35193—027
20162L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–36186—067
20152L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–36186—0158
20142L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline32–36186—0195

Best and Worst Mercedes-Benz CLA250 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 9 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 model years from 2014 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 46 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2022 — 5 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2021 — 7 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2020 — 24 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2014 — 195 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2015 — 158 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2016 — 67 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 covered on this site?

We have data for 13 model years of the Mercedes-Benz CLA250, from 2014 to 2026.

What engines does the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 come with?

EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl turbo (2014–2026).

Which Mercedes-Benz CLA250 year has the best fuel economy?

The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 36 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Mercedes-Benz CLA250 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which Mercedes-Benz CLA250 model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2026 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (1), and the 2014 has the most owner complaints (195). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2014–2025. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Mercedes-Benz CLA250?

The Mercedes-Benz CLA250 is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.

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