MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 269 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Total Tests (2024)
269
Avg Mileage
37,466 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.
At 4 years old, 91% of MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 269 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 37,466 miles.
How does the 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO has 37,466 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO?
The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2020 sits between the two at 91%.
How much does a 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO by Year
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About the 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO
The 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO is a family car with a 1991cc petrol engine. 269 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 37,466 miles at 4 years old, MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO Fuel Costs
The 1991cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO Reliability Trend
Older MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTOs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO
At 4 years old, the MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.
Alternatives to the 2020 MERCEDES AMG CLA 35 PREMIUM 4MATIC AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+1%) from 89,653 tests
- FORD KUGA (2018) 90% pass rate (-1%) from 67,605 tests
- MINI COOPER (2018) 92% pass rate (+1%) from 55,706 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (+2%) from 52,321 tests