Mercedes is injecting a little extra attitude into
some of its smallest models. The new UrbanStyle Edition will be available on
the B-Class, GLA, and both the four-door coupe and five-door “shooting brake” versions
of the CLA. But so far, they’re being offered only in Germany.
The UrbanStyle models add a dose of AMG styling
without the performance upgrades that typically come with it. That includes a
new exterior body kit, LED headlights, bigger wheels, and faux-leather Artico
upholstery in black with white stitching. A new multifunction, leather-trimmed
sports steering wheel features perforated grips, and metallic and carbon-fiber
trim. They also bundle otherwise optional equipment like an 8-inch display,
heated comfort front seats, and active high-beam assist.
They all include AMG multi-spoke alloys, measuring
18 inches in diameter on the B-Class and CLA models, or 19 inches in the case
of the GLA crossover. They build upon the interior upgrades already encompassed
in the Urban Line package, and each can also be combined with the Night package
for an even more sinister look.
Full-on AMG performance models these are not, but
then they don’t cost as much as those do, either. The B-Class UrbanStyle Edition
is priced from € 31,755.15 (US$ 37k at current exchange rates), the CLA Coupé
UrbanStyle Edition from € 33,546.10 (US$ 39k), the CLA Shooting Brake Urban Style
Edition from € 34,141.10 (US$ 40k), and the GLA UrbanStyle Edition from € 33,058.20
(US$ 39k).
Bear in mind, that prices in Germany tend to
be higher than those in the US due to the added taxes, even for locally made
vehicles.
