2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

US · Compact Cars

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV)
Transmission: 7-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: 4WD, FWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Economy: 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV)

Combined Economy

26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

4WD, FWD

Transmission

7-speed automatic

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV)
Displacement	2.0 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	7
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: 4WD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
Highway	30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 11, 2026.

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 6, 2026

Data verified: November 6, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
Varies by configuration: Flex fuel, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: 4WD, FWD
30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV) · Varies by configuration: 4WD, FWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; FFV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class?

Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: 4WD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class?

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 11, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.