I find the exterior design of the CLA to be completely hideous. I made a special trip to the MB dealer when they got one in and laughed upon seeing it in person. I don't like to judge a new car design until I see it in person. This thing is just plane ugly! Huge overhangs with strange curves and unusual proportions is not my idea of good looking.
As for the mechanicals its a transverse front engine layout similar to every economy car on the market. It may have a great motor if you're into a harsh loud buzzing noise. I'll take an I6 turbo instead any day any time. With 50% more displacement and a chassis designed to cope with more power the M235i has a lot more potential when it comes to tuning.
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