The 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is 185.8″ long, 73.2″ wide and 57.9″ tall on a 109.8″ wheelbase. At 15.5 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.5 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class generation, measured
The biggest change in length came in 2027, when the new car was 1.2″ longer than the 2020–2026 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2019 | 183.5″ | 70.1″ | 56.7″ | 106.3″ | 3,380 lb |
| 2020–2026 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 56.3″ | 107.5″ | 4,663 lb |
| 2027 | 185.8″ | 73.2″ | 57.9″ | 109.8″ | — |
CLA-Class year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 185.8″ | 73.2″ | 109.8″ | 1 | |
| 2026 | 185″ | 72.4″ | 108.3″ | 4 | |
| 2025 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2024 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2023 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2022 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2021 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2020 | 184.6″ | 72″ | 107.5″ | 3 | |
| 2019 | 183.1″ | 70.1″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2018 | 183.1″ | 70.1″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2017 | 183.1″ | 70.1″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2016 | 183.1″ | 70.1″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2015 | 183.1″ | 70.1″ | 106.3″ | 3 | |
| 2014 | 183.5″ | 70.1″ | 106.3″ | 2 |
CLA-Class on the used market
In 456 CLA-Class listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2014–2019 car is the most common: 389 of them (85%), at an average asking price of $11,570. The current 2020–2026 car averages $26,388. ForCar visitors have decoded 107 CLA-Class VINs; the most checked model years are 2018, 2023 and 2027.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2026 | 66 | 14% | $26,388 | 46,093 mi |
| 2014–2019 | 389 | 85% | $11,570 | 97,451 mi |
Will a CLA-Class fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.5 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.5 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.1 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,123 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 73.2″ | 72.4″ | +0.8″ |
| Wheelbase | 109.8″ | 108.3″ | +1.5″ |
CLA-Class against its rivals
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class (this car) | 2027 | 185.8″ | 73.2″ | — |
| Honda Civic | 2026 | 181.9″ | 70.9″ | 3,025 lb |
| Toyota Camry | 2026 | 193.7″ | 72.4″ | 3,560 lb |
| Honda Accord | 2026 | 195.7″ | 73.2″ | 3,391 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2027 CLA-Class bigger than the 2026?
Yes: the 2027 model is 0.8″ longer, because 2027 started a new generation.
Which CLA-Class years share the same body?
By our measurements the body changed in 2020 and 2027. Model years inside each range, such as 2027, share the same dimensions; the boundaries are estimated from changes in size.
Which is bigger, the CLA-Class or the Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic is 3.9″ shorter than the 2027 CLA-Class.
How much does a used CLA-Class cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $11,570 for the 2014–2019 car to $26,388 for the 2020–2026 one, across 456 listings.
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