On The Fence...

Tonyride said:

The C-Class and the CLA-Class are two very different cars so it all depends on what's important to you. Some major differences: FWD/RWD. Yes, both will have 4MATIC options but the CLA will be FWD until there's slipping. C will be RWD until slipping. The CLA will have much better fuel economy. Since this will be your daily driver, depending on your commute this may be a huge factor. Size. The C will have a much more comfortable back seat. If it's just going to be you and your wife in the car most of the time then having a small back seat isn't a factor. But if you plan to shuttle people around (adults) often then the C will be better. Price. The '15 C will cost a lot more than a CLA when equally equipped. If you're looking for uniqueness then it's the CLA hands down. The C-Class is like the Camry of Mercedes. There's tons of them around and yours will just get lost in the mix.

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Thanks Tony...you bring up some good points. I do get quite a few friends visiting Vegas and thought the bigger back seat would be more comfortable. No wifey so I'm only thinking of how I'll be using the car. My commute is about 15 miles each way. I think the CLA will eventually overtake the C class in terms of being mainstream as it's replacing the C as the entry level MB...but for now they are unique. I've probably only seen 7 in Las Vegas so far...I'm sure there's more as the dealers can't keep them on the lot. I really do like the CLA but my gut says hold out for the new C...if I'm not mistaken this will be the first body style change in 7 years...so in that respect it really won't get lost but will actually stand apart from other C's. The interior is very similar to the CLA but is just a bit more upscale. That's what's great about this forum I can gain some perspective and different views...this is my first MB so I'm glad to be able to gain some insight from you guys...thanks!