Underrated Performance Car // 2024 Mercedes CLA250 Review

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  • čas přidán 17. 03. 2024
  • My Review of the 2024 Mercedes CLA250 4Matic, the entry model AWD Benz starts not far off from a loaded WRX.
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  • @nonyanks2510
    @nonyanks2510 Před 2 měsíci +77

    And extra credit given for broken nail, dust floating by and horse licking paint, the Most Complete Car Review EVER !

    • @Trapper50cal
      @Trapper50cal Před 2 měsíci

      LOL! When I was a teenager my Dad drove a 1980 280CE...while out flyfishing, we came back to a herd of cattle literally licking the paint off in patches...it's the road salts they were after.

    • @82496125
      @82496125 Před 2 měsíci

      Road salts? *bleh* .. Poor horse!

    • @nielsdebakker3283
      @nielsdebakker3283 Před 2 měsíci

      @@Trapper50cal yep tongues like sandpaper.

  • @TheSara200424
    @TheSara200424 Před 2 měsíci +147

    Gotta give Sara props matching color outfit

    • @mrwest5552
      @mrwest5552 Před 2 měsíci +5

      @TheSara200424 - agreed - hmm, this highly knowledgeable vehicle reviewer wears an outfit that matches the CLA250 color, sweet.

    • @bob_._.
      @bob_._. Před 2 měsíci +7

      Always.

    • @garyworokevich2524
      @garyworokevich2524 Před 2 měsíci +9

      Also that incredible smile......framed with crimson lipstick!
      I'm a sucker for that.

    • @Chr.U.Cas2216
      @Chr.U.Cas2216 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Quite a short skirt though.

    • @benmisner6457
      @benmisner6457 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Always on point

  • @WildCJ5
    @WildCJ5 Před 2 měsíci +53

    Like flying on a c130. As a former CH47 crew chief I completely appreciate your analogy. 😊

  • @Brian60646
    @Brian60646 Před 2 měsíci +46

    Sarah - My wife and I are both Air Force veterans and very much enjoy watching your channel. You have a wonderful work ethic which is very rare these days. Thank you for all of your hard work.

  • @IronmanV5
    @IronmanV5 Před 2 měsíci +20

    Lost it until I realized you said "No fake TIPS" 🤣
    Great review.

    • @minnesotarc7964
      @minnesotarc7964 Před 2 měsíci +1

      At least I'm not the only one that "heard" that.

  • @tonygiraldes7848
    @tonygiraldes7848 Před 2 měsíci +37

    Thanks as always for doing such in-depth & amusing reviews for us 🙂 you’re just the greatest! ♥️

  • @rickbdatsun
    @rickbdatsun Před 2 měsíci +32

    Love all of the graphics you're using! Another great review!

  • @paulm749
    @paulm749 Před 2 měsíci +7

    12:50 - it's the hilarious little non-sequiturs that make Sarah's reviews so much fun!

  • @PlanetaryThoughts9861
    @PlanetaryThoughts9861 Před 2 měsíci +24

    Those fake exhaust tips are a deal breaker, even at the price of the peasant model! Thanks for another outstanding video.

    • @Grimm-Gaming
      @Grimm-Gaming Před 2 měsíci +6

      Yeah fake tips fake vents and interior speaker engine faking on so many cats its getting annoying!

    • @mikehawk120
      @mikehawk120 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Fake tips are there to stop the soot that builds up from DI engines, fake speaker noise is whack though.

    • @Grimm-Gaming
      @Grimm-Gaming Před 2 měsíci +2

      @@mikehawk120 no exhaust out back then is my point haha

    • @vegan678
      @vegan678 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks Sarah for pointing out the fake tips. The masses probably don't know or even care but us nerds know better.

    • @mikehawk120
      @mikehawk120 Před 2 měsíci

      @@Grimm-Gaming no exhaust? Makes no sense as there is an exhaust.

  • @jimcabezola3051
    @jimcabezola3051 Před 2 měsíci +7

    First time I've ever heard something automotive being compared to a C-130. I LIKE IT!👍

    • @sgtmtrush
      @sgtmtrush Před 2 měsíci +1

      Very much like riding in school busses made in the 70s.

    • @jimcabezola3051
      @jimcabezola3051 Před 2 měsíci

      @@sgtmtrush Ah, yes... No frills, few comforts. At least...we had seat belts. Wouldn't do to go flying around inside smacking into things... The C-130s I flew in were made in the 1960s, and they were better maintained than any school I ever rode in, though. Memories...

  • @garnetheron4885
    @garnetheron4885 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I agree with you. I love dual clutch transmissions/gearboxes. I like that car also.

  • @xskeetskeetskeetx
    @xskeetskeetskeetx Před 2 měsíci +7

    I had a first gen GLA 45 AMG and aside from the fairly cheap interior and some rattles, the car was a total hoot to drive. I had the sports seats and exhaust which were well worth it. The handling was fantastic as was the drivetrain minus some of the DSG quirkiness. It's been the best I've owned for driving on twisty roads but a huge measure.

  • @tonydacosta2273
    @tonydacosta2273 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Love this car . Probably the best Merc for the money. The dct is a type of transmission most people don't understand. Excellent review, like always. Thanks Sarah.

  • @garyworokevich2524
    @garyworokevich2524 Před 2 měsíci +5

    After my third viewing.
    I heard a chuckle that sounded like Angel Robles.
    Nail that solo Rookie Pilot!

  • @Starwarsgames66
    @Starwarsgames66 Před měsícem +1

    Got my CLA 250 new in 2014, base price was only $29,900 back then! Inflation sucks! My sticker price was $47,352, fully loaded.

    • @marcos223ful
      @marcos223ful Před měsícem

      That coupled with what ever renault is charging Mercedes for that 4cyl engine. And the standard added tech for this model year makes it balance out...yes they're overcharging since it was introduced. But give it one year depreciation and it may be a solid buy.

  • @markyoung9027
    @markyoung9027 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I like how it shifts out like a C-130 especially when you put the pedal to the floor and it drops down into passing gear really get them propeller spinning

  • @TotallyNotRoadkiill
    @TotallyNotRoadkiill Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks for another fun review Sarah!

  • @niklaswejedal463
    @niklaswejedal463 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Another excellent review with the added bonus of two things I have missed from you reviews lately; the penguin managed to sneak it's way into the review and you are talking to animals again! Yay! 😉 Thank you for what you do and Stay Awesome!

  • @sierrapapakilo5692
    @sierrapapakilo5692 Před 2 měsíci +5

    I love your Reviews!

  • @jsawhite
    @jsawhite Před 2 měsíci +6

    another great review! I lol'd when you put the graphics on the fake exhaust tips... you always add the best extras to your reviews. Thank you for all your hard work!

  • @chrisbailey5055
    @chrisbailey5055 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Car wash mode also closes the air intake so you don't spray water in the cabin filter, also turns off sensitive touch things like fuel cap doors etc.....at least it does on other cars.

  • @chaoticpuppet1
    @chaoticpuppet1 Před 2 měsíci

    Thanks Sarah and algo's

  • @EscutCavaller007
    @EscutCavaller007 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Love the reviews--next level!

  • @RedLeg8612
    @RedLeg8612 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Phenomenal review thank you so much🍬🍡🍢

  • @Jez166
    @Jez166 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Don't know why I've never noticed it but all the sound effects and on screen icons are very reminiscent of old PS2 menus. Nice.

  • @chrisnorris3834
    @chrisnorris3834 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Sarah! Another great review. You have always been awesome, but you are really on point with this one. And as always, so lovely to look at and to listen to.

  • @kirknewton100
    @kirknewton100 Před 2 měsíci

    Smashing review. Really attractive car!

  • @BirdiesGoCherp
    @BirdiesGoCherp Před 2 měsíci

    The new additional graphics are pretty cool. Keep up moving up!

  • @rockercover
    @rockercover Před 2 měsíci +1

    Car sure looks nice. Thanks for sharing.

  • @stucook8622
    @stucook8622 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Thanks Sarah!🌻🐧

  • @GrampaFuzzy
    @GrampaFuzzy Před 2 měsíci +1

    love the new graphics in your video

  • @drunkenhunter
    @drunkenhunter Před 2 měsíci

    I love the details
    It's just a really well done video

  • @aarondennis4561
    @aarondennis4561 Před 2 měsíci

    I fully got the DSG/DCT/C130 analogy. Great review!

  • @EscapeTheMatrix......
    @EscapeTheMatrix...... Před 2 měsíci

    Great review! 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

  • @Jinx_4x4
    @Jinx_4x4 Před 2 měsíci +3

    I love that color of red!

    • @creamwobbly
      @creamwobbly Před 2 měsíci

      I used to drive a Lada in that color. Best Lada color was orange. Second best was light blue. Dull men's shirt red is depressing.

  • @johnnyroese
    @johnnyroese Před 2 měsíci +6

    Got that notification bell set to All 💪🏻

  • @jjp025jjp
    @jjp025jjp Před 2 měsíci +11

    Always love the bolstering check

  • @glendowning4055
    @glendowning4055 Před 2 měsíci +2

    As a former EC-130 and C-130 crew member, I approve this message.

  • @MyCatIsSmarter
    @MyCatIsSmarter Před 2 měsíci

    Fun review. I have a 2014 CLA back when the exhaust tips were real

  • @waltermartin6176
    @waltermartin6176 Před 2 měsíci

    Great video

  • @turnertravelguides2335
    @turnertravelguides2335 Před 2 měsíci

    Fantastic review! Your in-depth analysis of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is incredibly informative

  • @mikemoxley9477
    @mikemoxley9477 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Great content :)

  • @weldingempire
    @weldingempire Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks for this review. These are nice-looking cars.

  • @uncleed8192
    @uncleed8192 Před 2 měsíci +14

    Best views on all of CZcams. Thanks for that!

  • @imfloridano5448
    @imfloridano5448 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I caught myself the other day doing a bolstering test in my Ram 1500 DT 😂🤣 dang you Sarah 🤣😂😂🤣🤣

  • @streetcat1510
    @streetcat1510 Před 2 měsíci

    The most thorough of reviews.

  • @LouisDTV
    @LouisDTV Před 2 měsíci

    I was just thinking the other day how nice it would be if you reviewed a Benz on this platform! My mom drives a 2022 A250 4matic hatchback and there’s a severe lack of technical info out there. I agree with your assessment, fun handling, perfect size, and underrated. My mom’s was a dealer demo that was driven by a salesman for 6 months then sat for 6 months, we got it for 2/3rds the price of new, same price that GTI’s were going for at the time.

  • @user-ob7rj2zy2g
    @user-ob7rj2zy2g Před 2 měsíci

    Sarah is excellent on car reviews... car companies need to take notice 😊

  • @gurvirsingh715
    @gurvirsingh715 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hey Sarah…I hope you are doing great….thanks for all the awesome content you provide….could you please make a video on the vw gli comparing it to the gti justifying the price gap that the 2 models have

  • @MrJOEBOCCIO
    @MrJOEBOCCIO Před 2 měsíci +2

    Like how Mercedes is going after folks like Sarah,

  • @AndrewKumler
    @AndrewKumler Před 2 měsíci +2

    Calling all USA Veterans, Sarah called out the C-130 reference.

  • @randymiller2482
    @randymiller2482 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Most of the time I was in a C130 I jumped out of it. 82 Airborne 87 to 91.

  • @stevec1097
    @stevec1097 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi Sarah, I'm in the UK and love your videos, so professional 😎
    The a/c condenser looks very vulnerable to stone/rock chip damage and I can't believe mercedes hid the heated wheel button like that 🤭

  • @EDKsurly
    @EDKsurly Před 2 měsíci

    I love duel clutch transmissions

  • @howardjacobs1325
    @howardjacobs1325 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi Sarah great review of the Mercedes it a fast car for being stock I love the new Mercedes thank for the awesome video you look fantastic . Enjoy your day don’t work too hard hard we all know you will 😊

  • @jody024
    @jody024 Před 2 měsíci +2

    No to fake exhausts tips and no to fake exhaust sounds!

  • @weltraumaffe4155
    @weltraumaffe4155 Před 2 měsíci

    Very nice.

  • @justincredible5406
    @justincredible5406 Před 2 měsíci

    Can you update the car ratings on your website? Specifically add the wrench scores. Thank you so much for being the only youtuber I know who gives maintenance assessment scores on new cars!

  • @sketchy816
    @sketchy816 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Loving the penguin content ! Can we add some puffins please Sarah?

  • @3ducs
    @3ducs Před 2 měsíci +4

    At 4:55 did Sarah say" hairy carpet"? Yet another reason Sarah is my favorite car reviewer!

  • @JohnDarwin7
    @JohnDarwin7 Před 2 měsíci

    It's all about that Bass bout that Bass bout that Bass!!👽

  • @olivierperez3425
    @olivierperez3425 Před 2 měsíci

    that bluetooth exhaust tip :)

  • @billkidd5020
    @billkidd5020 Před 2 měsíci +1

    rookie pilot is a great channel. thanks Sara😅

  • @janstaes2172
    @janstaes2172 Před 2 měsíci

    nice vid. in europe the base model is the CLA 180. this has a 1300 cc renault turbo engine. The 1991cc in the 250 models (incl A class, CLA, GLA ,GLB) is a real mercedes enigine.

  • @NormanF62
    @NormanF62 Před 2 měsíci +1

    3:09 Sarah ends up answering the $61,000 question for us: Is this a 100% German-made car? You find out the Mercedes dampers are made in Slovakia and other parts are sourced from Spain! The only thing German you’re buying here is the brand heritage! 😊

  • @MrFiskerUK
    @MrFiskerUK Před 2 měsíci

    I love how this is the base version in America. Here in the UK (And the rest of Europe), the base model is a 1.3 litre turbo (Yes, a 1.3 litre engine in a 2024 Mercedes) with 134bhp, 148lb ft of torque and 0-60mph in a leisurely 8.7 seconds 🐢

  • @Thereminator101
    @Thereminator101 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Sachs was making motocross engines(2-stroke 250cc) back in the 1970s....CZ and Peyton used them I think. Been around. ..

  • @371508129
    @371508129 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I remember what a ride in a C130 was like in 1966, I can only imagine what it is like now.

  • @mikec-hamilton
    @mikec-hamilton Před 2 měsíci +4

    I love your smile when you appreciate the bolstering

  • @Kerndon
    @Kerndon Před 2 měsíci +1

    I have the CLA 250 e plugin hybrid and I have to say that the car is great all around. However, fortunately I have the 2023 model with real buttons on the steering wheel and the touchpad in the center console.

    • @jaymacfilms
      @jaymacfilms Před 12 dny

      Why did they remove the touch pad and other options in the 2024 model.

    • @Kerndon
      @Kerndon Před 11 dny

      @@jaymacfilms Just an educated guess, but: To increase theit profit margin even more.

  • @royhi1809
    @royhi1809 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I'm not really a Mercedes fan, but this one is nice.

  • @davidbaron6647
    @davidbaron6647 Před 2 měsíci

    Nice car for 50k. 0 to 60 around 6sec it's not bad. I would buy it.
    Thanks Sarah 👍

  • @Bristol1
    @Bristol1 Před 2 měsíci

    And now I can't unsee the mosquito face 😂😂😂 Thanks for the review, I enjoyed it

  • @davepawlikowski3321
    @davepawlikowski3321 Před 2 měsíci +11

    I'm just here for the bolstering assessment. Best part of every review!

  • @danmayberry1185
    @danmayberry1185 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Aluminium Forever!

  • @deansmits006
    @deansmits006 Před 2 měsíci

    I'd like to see a comparison of a cla250 and c300. The price is only separated by a few thousand, but the c300 is rwd, not fwd. Maybe the cla250 gets better lease deals, but I don't see the value proposition over the c300 like it used to when it started around 33-35k

  • @dreadpirate3152
    @dreadpirate3152 Před 2 měsíci

    CLA is a great entry level car for the MB buyer.

  • @angrypenguin956
    @angrypenguin956 Před 2 měsíci +1

    You were talking about the GTI; in fact, that car in its base model is directly targeted at the same demographic.

  • @ReinierAlansalon
    @ReinierAlansalon Před 2 měsíci

    Would say it competes with the GT trim of the VB WRX since it's auto only and around the same price tag.

  • @Chr.U.Cas2216
    @Chr.U.Cas2216 Před 2 měsíci

    👍👌👏 again and as always (video and work). Best regards, luck and health in particular.

  • @1946gsp
    @1946gsp Před 2 měsíci

    Still with the Al-u-mini-um? btw…loved the colour

  • @christopherpuls651
    @christopherpuls651 Před 2 měsíci

    Yo the cludge is move the groubs of gears and not in line move the power that got more area and press on for power of synfony ! ;)

  • @johnmbell4642
    @johnmbell4642 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Hey Sarah, tell the truth you studied at some Tibetan monk hideaway for years to do these reviews or perhaps in a coma for six months and woke up with this amazing power. I don’t know, but these are great already can’t wait for the next one.🐧🐧🐧👍

  • @larryordine7542
    @larryordine7542 Před 2 měsíci

    I understand the C 130 reference. No insulation and all work horse.
    Best thing in this review of a $61,000, 3800 pound, pushed up marketing of a compact, ugly, front driver for the kids Mercedes, your make up, which looks great and very friendly horses. Gets 25 miles per gallon! Or slightly less than a 25 year old manual Accord. Progress !

  • @LMacNeill
    @LMacNeill Před 2 měsíci

    My wife has a 2020 VW GTI with the 7-speed DSG, and I know *exactly* what you're talking about -- you can feel it engage and disengage the clutch at low speeds, just like you would if you were operating the pedal yourself. Germans know how to do dual-clutches right. When the Americans do it (I'm looking at YOU, Ford Focus!) they try to emulate that slushbox feeling and they just ruin it. A dual-clutch *should* feel like a manual at low speeds -- because it *is* a manual, at its heart!

  • @biggmexx1819
    @biggmexx1819 Před 2 měsíci

    sending mines from sunny Southern California 805👊🏼

  • @UPdan
    @UPdan Před 2 měsíci

    Looks like a lot of "in for service " potential with all the gadgets. I'm still looking at the Nissan Versa S manual as King or Queen, depending on perspective.

  • @davidroetzel5500
    @davidroetzel5500 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Owned two Mercedes, broke both (my fault - sometimes feel I could break an anvil). Didn't get the memo on dry sump transmissions , common on dual clutch ? And also nice of you to match outfit and lipstick to the car - classy. Shoes forgiven.

    • @FrankyRedEyes
      @FrankyRedEyes Před 2 měsíci

      You found a Muslim family I Germany were one was black and the other two were white? What are the odds?

  • @marksmith290
    @marksmith290 Před 2 měsíci +1

    WRX is 50k in Australia, these are about 90k. 😮

  • @PejicVladimir
    @PejicVladimir Před 2 měsíci +1

    Gotta ask, will you be testing the new E class too?

  • @SootyWebster
    @SootyWebster Před měsícem

    Should check for the ackermann steering issues that cause crabbing and plagues all 4matic benz.

  • @gpdaelemans
    @gpdaelemans Před 2 měsíci +1

    So, Sarah volunteers for the prop line seats on the C-130?

  • @itsmemistermerm
    @itsmemistermerm Před 2 měsíci

    “That is solid” I literally drove over a flying block of concrete on the freeway in my Glk 350. Was sure something was damaged. Had the car on a Lift, nothing damaged.

  • @l.w.petersen7359
    @l.w.petersen7359 Před 2 měsíci

    well for some of us who have flown the C-130 it do make sense 🙂. A number of different versions actually. 41 years in the Royal Danish Air Force and a couple of deployments gives you that.

  • @BuckyBallz
    @BuckyBallz Před 2 měsíci

    Love the car reviews

  • @genehanson2482
    @genehanson2482 Před 2 měsíci

    Did you remember to put the car in car wash mode when the horse was washing the car? t also would have been more fitting if you were reviewing a mustang or a camaro (pony cars). Great review as always.

  • @panamafloyd1469
    @panamafloyd1469 Před 2 měsíci

    I don't really hate dual-clutch automatics. I'm just jealous that they can shift faster than I can. I love it that they feel more like a manual..if I wanted a slushbox, I'd buy a 1977 Chevelle. Oh, and a vote for Air Force Girl reviewing a C-130. I'm close to an ARB, I see them all the time. Never been on one, though.

  • @Kodiak660
    @Kodiak660 Před 2 měsíci

    SARAH!!!!!

  • @honeybadgerwrx
    @honeybadgerwrx Před 2 měsíci

    Im really intrigued by this car and the transmission having so much extra capability. I wonder if there actually is any aftermarket support to get this thing up to 350 wheel horse and torque.

  • @Axelsanx
    @Axelsanx Před 2 měsíci +1

    1st person I ever heard who liked riding in a C-130.