NEW YORK (April 18, 2025) – Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) unveiled the highly anticipated all-new CLA during a milestone event celebrating both the vehicle’s U.S. premiere and the grand opening of its flagship dealership, Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan. The celebration marked a defining moment for the brand – taking a bold step forward in the evolution of its vehicle portfolio and the future of customer experience.

U.S. Premiere of the All-New CLA
With the U.S. debut of the all-new CLA, Mercedes-Benz reinforces its legacy of setting benchmarks and redefining standards. This new model introduces a new era of digital experience and efficiency, designed to cater to the needs of customers in every dimension: more space, more refinement, more comfort, more intelligence, and more efficiency. As the most intelligent and efficient Mercedes-Benz ever, the new CLA seamlessly integrates electric performance with a state-of-the-art digital experience, setting unprecedented standards in efficiency, intelligence, and adaptability.

The CLA is poised to elevate electric mobility in everyday life to new heights with impressive efficiency and electric range. At launch, the CLA U.S. product portfolio will be comprised of the CLA 250+ with EQ Technology and CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology. With up to 492 miles of range according to the WLTP cycle1, the 268-hp CLA 250+ with EQ Technology offers exceptional versatility. The 800-volt system will significantly reduce charging time in conjunction with the new generation battery, allowing the CLA 250+ with EQ Technology to be charged to a range of up to 202 miles in as little as ten minutes2. The new CLA will also be available as a high-tech 48-volt hybrid. Further details on the all-new CLA are available here.

Notably, the CLA is the first model of a completely new family of Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the pioneer to fully operate on the revolutionary, in-house developed Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS), delivering a seamlessly connected and highly personalized digital experience. Set to arrive in the U.S. later this year, the all-new CLA represents a bold step forward in the brand’s product strategy for the North American market.

“With the all-new CLA, we are taking another step toward the future of mobility – guided by our customers’ evolving needs and expectations. The vehicle embodies the essence of our brand: intelligent technology and progressive design. Presenting the CLA in the U.S., alongside a cultural collaboration that embraces creativity and individuality, adds a meaningful dimension to its launch. It’s a statement about connection, innovation and the evolving role of the car in culture.”

– Mathias Geisen, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG Marketing & Sales

Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan: Reimagining Customer Experience
Serving as a fitting platform for the CLA’s U.S. premiere, the newly reimagined Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan dealership respects the brand’s proud heritage and legacy while offering an immersive look into the future of luxury retail. The flagship facility merges personalized digital touches with an experiential environment, reflecting layers of luxury and classic elegance.

“Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan has symbolized automotive excellence in the New York community for more than 70 years. One constant in the fast-paced city of New York is change, and this incredible new facility illustrates our innovative vision for the future, showcasing our reimagined design standards that best positioning us to continue to offer an exceptional experience to our valued customers that sets the benchmark in the luxury segment.”

– Dimitris Psillakis, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA

One of the focal points of the renovation is the debut of the first bespoke Maybach Lounge in the U.S. dealer network – a refined space featuring an exclusive Maybach MANUFAKTUR paint and leather sample wall, offering customers an exceptional personalization experience. MANUFAKTUR is the cross-brand individualization program of Mercedes-Benz, offering an extensive range of premium paints, finishes and bespoke interior options, allowing the customer to personalize every detail for a unique and first-class experience. Whether it’s leather cladding, cutting, embroidering or sewing – all interiors are finished with exquisite craftsmanship and the utmost precision.

The dealership introduces an expanded AMG Performance Center Plus, featuring a first-in-dealer-network “Unboxing the Star” AMG vehicle delivery experience – bringing a sense of exclusivity to every handover. Using high-energy visuals and multi-speaker surround sound, this immersive moment builds anticipation and stirs the emotional thrill of owning an AMG.

The transformation also debuts many first for the brand, including one of the largest Mercedes-Benz lifestyle and accessory boutiques, including exclusive collaborations with Maybach Icons of Luxury. Additionally, the dealership offers an integrated IWC Schaffhausen shop-in-shop featuring Pilot’s Watches, Mercedes special editions and sports watches, further amplifying the long-standing partnership between Mercedes-AMG® and the legendary Swiss luxury watchmaker. 

Sustainability was also a priority throughout the renovation, with the facility incorporating energy-efficient features such as advanced energy management systems and comprehensive electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

The overall grand opening event theme of “Stars, Sounds and Slices” took guests on a journey paying homage to the neighborhood and celebrating many quintessentially New York elements. This included carefully curated pizza and wine pairings alongside engaging performances from the cast of Broadway’s Tony Award-Winning musical Hell’s Kitchen and a special-guest appearance from four-time GRAMMY-nominated Ice Spice.

Bridging Luxury & Culture
In a dynamic blend of high fashion, music, and artistry, Mercedes-Benz also introduced the multi-collaboration “Class of Creators” with the all-new CLA serving as the artists’ muse and canvas. Partners for the campaign include Ice Spice, who was born and raised in New York, interior designer Gustaf Westman from Sweden, U.S. fashion designer and artist Colm Dillane (aka KidSuper), as well as the gaming platform League of Legends and the toy car brand Hot Wheels. Each creator will present future-facing visions and content inspired by the all-new CLA as a creative platform – merging the essence of Mercedes-Benz with the artists’ DNA. During the evening, Ice Spice was the first of the five partners to unveil her design, showcasing a unique art piece that fuses the CLA with her unmistakable creative signature and personality. Click here to read more about the multi-collaboration.