Mercedes-Benz South Africa lists the second-generation CLA, coded C118, as the CLA Coupé, separate from the new third-generation CLA Sedan. Despite the coupé name it has four doors, with a low, sloping roofline over a compact sedan body.
The C118 was launched in South Africa in 2019 and facelifted in 2023, when the petrol CLA 200 gained 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance. In January 2026 a CLA 200 Night Edition was added, with Alpine Grey paint, gloss-black exterior trim, AMG alloy wheels and twin 10.25-inch displays running MBUX.
At the performance end, Mercedes-AMG offered a CLA 45 S Final Edition in January 2026, with 15 cars allocated to South Africa. Its 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder produces 310 kW and 500 Nm, and drives all four wheels.
The South African range
- CLA 200: 1.3-litre turbo petrol with 48-volt mild hybrid, 120 kW, seven-speed dual-clutch, front-wheel drive
- Diesel: 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel, 140 kW and 400 Nm
- Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+: 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder petrol, 310 kW and 500 Nm, all-wheel drive
Good to know
- This is the previous-generation CLA; the new third-generation car is listed separately as the CLA Sedan.
- The CLA 200 is front-wheel drive with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
- Only 15 examples of the CLA 45 S Final Edition were allocated to South Africa.
Range as listed on the Mercedes-Benz South Africa website on 18 October 2026. No prices are shown: specifications, availability and pricing change, so confirm with an authorised dealer. Written independently by Mercedes-Benz Owners; not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Mercedes-Benz.
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