Does the CLA feature independent suspension?
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The CLA is equipped with independent suspension. The front suspension is a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension is a multi-link independent suspension. Its body dimensions are 4695mm in length, 1830mm in width, and 1425mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2729mm and a luggage compartment volume ranging from 505 to 1370 liters. The CLA is a compact 5-door, 5-seat station wagon under the Mercedes-Benz brand, powered by a 1.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. It delivers a maximum horsepower of 163 PS, a maximum power output of 120 kW, and a peak torque of 250 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
As a Mercedes-Benz owner who has driven for several years, I can confidently say that the CLA indeed features an independent suspension system. Mercedes-Benz has equipped the CLA with a classic combination of front MacPherson independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension, which performs exceptionally well in filtering out road vibrations. I remember once during a road trip on a gravel road, my friend in the back seat barely felt any bumps, completely unlike my old car with a torsion beam suspension that jolted terribly. The biggest advantage of an independent suspension is that each wheel can independently handle road undulations, making the car more stable during turns, something particularly noticeable when the CLA takes sharp corners. Additionally, I heard that the newly updated CLA has upgraded to an adaptive damping system that automatically adjusts stiffness based on road conditions, making it even more considerate.
Having repaired German cars for over a decade, I'm often asked about the CLA's suspension setup. This vehicle features independent suspension on both front and rear axles - MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link layout at the rear. The advantages of independent suspension are obvious: wheel movements don't interfere with each other, providing significantly smoother handling than non-independent suspension systems. When replacing shock absorbers on the CLA, you can appreciate how engineers cleverly positioned the links to balance comfort with generous trunk space. Last time, a regular customer complained about noises over bumps - turned out to be worn suspension bushings, a fairly common maintenance item on independent suspensions.
