Like with the rest of the car, the interior of the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S gets a few upgrades, but you’ll have to look around carefully to spot them – that’s no bad thing since the interior of the current model is already a great place to be. We think the tech-forward and sporty aesthetic works on the compact four-door coupe, and the dual 10.25-inch screens don’t feel out of place.
The steering wheel is covered in Nappa leather as standard, but a heated version is available for the first time. There are new interior trim options available in dark carbon, open-pore wood, or brown microfiber, but which ones are specifically available to the AMG versions remains to be seen. Interior colors include Black, Bahia Brown, Sage Grey, Titanium Grey Pearl/Black, and Red/Black in the AMG Line specification, which wraps the seats in MB-Tex/microfiber. The AMG Performance Seat options will still be on the menu.
The entire CLA lineup boasts added tech and more standard equipment, with the automaker saying that the Parking Package and Mirror Package will now be standard fare. The infotainment setup obviously runs the latest generation of MBUX with individual display modes, but the telematic system has been revised for a fresher design and optimized performance. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are new for 2024, and the optional Burmester sound system is upgraded with Dolby Atmos. Finally, the optional Driver Assistance Package is enhanced for 2024.
As far as cargo space in the AMG CLA 45 S goes, the 11.6 cubic feet in the trunk will be unchanged. It’s more than rivals offer and the rear seats of the Merc-AMG CLA 45 S can be folded down if you need to fit bigger items inside.