The recipe on the CLA is identical: the gauge does not move a centimeter, either in length or height. But the flowing roofline is stretched to a steeply raked tailgate. We thus find practical aspects of an ordinary break, but not the usual cubic style.
The silhouette of CLA Shooting Brake is particularly dynamic. The tapered rear glass area to amount adds dynamism to the silhouette. As CLA cut, it retains a squat appearance, muscular. As if he had been compressed in length. This gives it a powerful style, dynamic, aggressive enough.
This is even more marked on our version of AMG equipped with impressive shields and large 19-inch wheels. As against the proportions are slightly less balanced for the entry-level models with more discreet body kit and small wheels 17.
In front seats, nothing new face cut. We find the environment and therefore the CLA-Class. With boards of very modern edge, very bold. The quality of materials is not always flawless. We appreciate the leather stitched in red. But a little less unflattering plastic that make up the lower part of the furniture.
The low driving position and high beltline always make the atmosphere a little cramped. Especially with sports seats and atmosphere enveloping very dark version of our 45 AMG.
Rear seat against by the outer ear enjoy doubling cutting less rounded doors facilitate access on board. Once installed, we also find that the legroom is not evolving. By cons, headroom is improved by 4.2 cm. This is just what was missing aboard the cut, so that two adults are really comfortable. It also can accommodate a panoramic sunroof.
This body obviously benefits mainly to the chest. Compared to the coupe, capacity increased by only 25 liters only of only 5%. But nevertheless the tailgate provides access to a usable space over the height. Although the loading threshold is high enough, and rather narrow base, we can now accommodate a bike once folded seatback. And that changes everything.
In the Road :
To paste at best with the sporting spirit of this shooting break, we chose the most turbulent model in the range: 45 AMG version and four-cylinder 2.0-liter turbo 360hp. Is the best market performance.
At the wheel, there is no revolution in relation to the cut: the first rear visibility remains relatively small with narrow windshield and rear pillars very impressive. But fortunately the backup camera is standard for maneuvers in town .
No real surprise either side damping. Overall, this is still quite firm on this version AMG. It is a position fully assumed by Mercedes, which in this segment emphasizes behavior, dynamism, rather than comfort, which excels its big sister, the C-Class nevertheless We would have liked the brand offers a damper regulation, with several driving modes, to make the chassis a little more comfortable, especially in town.
Price:
Easier to live Coupe, CLA Shooting Brake does is no less exclusive. Quite the contrary. Without direct rival, it represents an interesting alternative to the Audi A3 Sportback. But especially to his sister, the C-Class Estate, posted 3,600 $ more expensive.
Offered from 30.900 $ 180 petrol version and 35,950 $ in diesel 200 CDI, the Shooting Brake will start depending on the version 1000-1500 euros more than the Coupé. So a good deal, considering the benefits increase. A little less considering the rates, the version 45 AMG: 63.100 $ without options.
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