The new Mercedes CLA For the 2025 model year, Mercedes aims to improve many things – especially the interior. Mercedes incorporates a wealth of technology here, combined with a clear design and sustainable materials.
The result is a vehicle that looks clean, but is technically at the forefront. At the heart of the new MB.OS operating system, which integrates two AI voice assistants: ChatGPT4.0 and Gemini.
2025 Mercedes CLA
With AI, the operating system becomes clear smarter and offers even more interaction. Navigation is now based on Google Maps and takes into account data such as topography, speed, traffic density and ambient temperature – much more precisely than before.
Three screens, few buttons
In the new CLA, screens dominate the cockpit. Directly in front of the driver sits a 10,25 inch screen, centrally 14 inch touch screen – and optionally there is also a third monitor for the passenger. The latter is used exclusively for entertainment with apps from the cloud.
Physical keys have almost completely disappeared, only a few with haptic feedback are located below the air conditioning vents in the middle. The navigation area on the Steering wheel has been slimmed down – on the right side there is only one touchpad.
Materials between high-tech and sustainability
At the Interior Mercedes relies on a mix of vegan leather, microfiberwhich is modeled on suede, and Synthetic leather with PET support fabric. In the sportier versions, such as those with the AMG package, Door armrests, Seating areas and Center console covered with this microfiber.
Depending on Equipment come additionally open-pored woods, brushed aluminum oder sogar Paper coverings made from cellulose and hemp fibers The floor covering is also designed to be sustainable. However, it's not possible to completely eliminate plastic – especially in the door handles and center tunnel.
More space despite coupé-like lines
Despite its sloping roofline, the CLA remains relatively spaciousThere are two seating options in the front: a more comfortable one and a sportier one with integrated headrests. Access to the rear is also easy, and the seat angle is comfortable. The increased exterior length has a positive impact on the interior.
Despite the additional technology provided by the 800 volt architecture in the electric version, which requires more cables. The trunk of the CLA can accommodate 405 liters, where the Loading opening relatively small and is made more difficult by a step at the loading sill. Those who opt for the electric CLA also get a Frunk with 101 liters volume.
Sound, light and smart features
For sound lovers there is an optional Dolby Atmos system with Burmester audio, that with 16 speakers and a 850 watt amplifier In addition, there is a Ambient lighting with 64 colors and 20 brightness levelsthat can be customized.
The CLA clearly shows how Mercedes presents the vehicle of the future – digital, reduced and sustainable. You can find out all further information in the video. Image and video credits/source: Mercedes | This content was created using AI and reviewed by an editor.
