- -Epic four-cylinder
- -Highly capable chassis
- -Surprisingly comfortable ride
- -Cost over old CLA45 and current CLA35
- -Lacks executive-style rear-seat space
- -Tyre noise can be intrusive
- -Gorgeous interior appointments and materials
- -Spacious first and second rows
- -Serenely quiet driving experience
- -Too many functions are controlled through the touchscreen
- -The lack of a rear window seems to be design for design's sake
- -Firm ride comfort in Long Range Dual Motor
- -Zingy engine and satisfying manual shifter
- -So much fun to drive, especially in GT RS trim
- -Infotainment overhaul brings it into the 2020s
- -Tall drivers, beware – the cabin is cramped
- -Limited interior storage and boot space
- -Not as affordable as the MX-5 once was
- -Epic acceleration
- -Sharp styling
- -More usable cabin
- -On-the-limit handling requires attention. Noisy tyres
- -Exhaust sounds is muted given the performance
- -Lacks embedded navigation and wireless charging
- -Beautifully crafted interior
- -Swift and silent open-air motoring is a hoot
- -Comfortable enough to live with every day
- -Handling and steering aren't sharp enough
- -Slow-moving doors aren't your friend in the rain
- -Over-the-top infotainment for a driver-focused car
- -Cracking chassis
- -Affordable performance
- -Rear-wheel drive
- -Suspect use of STI logos
- -Stereo is a bit ho-hum
- -No spare wheel
- -Very comfortable
- -Better looking than before
- -Quiet and refined
- -Rear headroom not as good as 118 hatch
- -Some polarising styling elements
- -Simple, comfortable, and (relatively) practical
- -No-frills driver's car
- -On-road versatility
- -A bit on the thirsty side
- -Cabin noise
- -Lack of safety features with a manual
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