Some people want a Mercedes just for the three-pointed star on the bonnet, others are fans of how well it is engineered, and others still are bowled over by the comfort, refinement and sheer driving pleasure. The price of Mercedes cars, however, has been steadily on the rise over the years, putting a brand new one out of reach of everyday car buyers.
The CLA-Class hopes to change all that when it is launched this month at an expected price of R27-32 lakh. One of the hottest-selling sedans launched last year, the CLA is a runaway success in markets like the US and China due to its rakish looks. The question is, how competitive will it be against cars like the new A3? Here’s what you can expect.