Verdict
The outgoing Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 is the sharper buy for a Malaysian buyer focused on performance per ringgit: RM448,888 buys the same 421 hp, 500 Nm, eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox and all-wheel drive as the facelift, while its quoted 0-100 km/h time is 4.0 seconds against 4.1 seconds. The RM79,000 step to the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift brings adaptive rather than passive cruise control and a five-star Euro NCAP rating, but no extra power, torque, wheelbase or boot capacity. Check the equipment list carefully before paying the difference.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 if you want the same 421 hp and 500 Nm drivetrain for RM79,000 less, plus the quicker quoted 4.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift if adaptive cruise control and its five-star Euro NCAP rating matter more to you than the RM79,000 premium.
Key differences
- Price: RM448,888 vs RM527,888
- 0-100 km/h: 4.0 seconds vs 4.1 seconds
- Cruise control: passive cruise control vs adaptive cruise control
- Euro NCAP rating: no rating stated vs five stars
- Length: 4,688 mm vs 4,701 mm
- Width: 1,830 mm vs 1,999 mm
C118
- RM79,000 lower price
- Quicker quoted 0-100 km/h time: 4.0 seconds
- Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres and forged 19-inch cross-spoke alloys
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
C118 Facelift
- Adaptive cruise control
- Five-star Euro NCAP rating
- Continental SportContact 6 tyres
- RM79,000 more expensive
- Quoted 0-100 km/h time is 0.1 seconds slower
- 1,999 mm width is 169 mm greater
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM448,888✓ | RM527,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376 | RM376 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing and lift | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing and lift |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 421 hp at 6,750 rpm | 421 hp at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 5,000 rpm | 500 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9 | 9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4 seconds✓ | 4.1 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 10.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 186 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,688 mm | 4,701 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,999 mm |
| Height | 1,439 mm | 1,413 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R19 | 255/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 255/35R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4S | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Cross-Spoke Forged Alloys | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Cross-Spoke Forged Alloys | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control, Adaptive dampers, AMG Dynamic Select | AMG Ride Control, Adaptive dampers, AMG Dynamic Select |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | PRE-SAFE Brake, Full Auto Brake | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projector | Multibeam LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Touchpad, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 10-Speaker 225W Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Touchpad, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 10-Speaker 225W Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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C118 vs C118 Facelift FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 or Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 is the better buy on performance and price, matching the facelift’s 421 hp and 500 Nm while reaching 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds. Choose the facelift specifically for adaptive cruise control and its five-star Euro NCAP rating.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift costs RM79,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118: RM527,888 versus RM448,888.
Does the facelift have more power or a bigger boot?
No. Both use a 1,991 cc turbocharged inline-four producing 421 hp and 500 Nm, with eight-speed dual-clutch all-wheel drive. Both also have a 2,729 mm wheelbase and 460-litre boot.
