Verdict
The newer Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift costs RM119,000 more, at RM527,888, and backs that up with 421 hp, 500 Nm, an eight-speed DCT, adaptive dampers and far stronger driver-assistance kit. Yet its 4.1-second 0-100 km/h time is only 0.1 second ahead of the C117’s 4.2 seconds. For Malaysian buyers shopping used, the outgoing C117 is the rational fast four-door: it has a 64-litre tank, 470-litre boot and sunroof. Choose the C118 if its Multibeam LEDs, MBUX and safety systems matter more than the sizeable premium.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C117 Facelift if you want the lower entry price, a 64-litre fuel tank, 470-litre boot and a tilt-and-slide sunroof.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift if you want 421 hp, adaptive AMG Ride Control, adaptive cruise control and modern assistance technology.
Key differences
- Price: C117 RM408,888; C118 RM527,888.
- Output: C117 381 hp and 475 Nm; C118 421 hp and 500 Nm.
- Transmission and acceleration: C117 seven-speed DCT and 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds; C118 eight-speed DCT and 4.1 seconds.
- Dimensions: C117 is 4,640 mm long with a 2,699 mm wheelbase; C118 is 4,701 mm long with a 2,729 mm wheelbase.
- Fuel tank and boot: C117 has a 64-litre tank and 470-litre boot; C118 has a 51-litre tank and 460-litre boot.
- Driver assistance: C117 has passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist; C118 has adaptive cruise control and steering correction lane-keeping assist.
C117 Facelift
- RM119,000 less to buy.
- Larger 64-litre fuel tank and 470-litre boot.
- Tilt-and-slide sunroof and space-saver spare tyre.
- 381 hp and 475 Nm trail the C118’s 421 hp and 500 Nm.
- Seven-speed DCT versus the C118’s eight-speed unit.
- No blind spot monitoring, steering-correction lane keeping, adaptive cruise control or head-up display.
C118 Facelift
- 421 hp, 500 Nm and an eight-speed DCT.
- AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers and AMG Dynamic Select.
- Multibeam LED headlamps, 360-degree camera, head-up display and 10.25-inch MBUX with Burmester audio.
- RM119,000 more expensive.
- Smaller 51-litre fuel tank and 460-litre boot.
- No sunroof or spare tyre specified.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM408,888✓ | 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 | 381 hp at 6,000 rpm | 421 hp at 6,750 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 475 Nm at 2,250 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 | 8.6 | 9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 seconds | 4.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 162 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,640 mm | 4,701 mm |
| Width | 1,777 mm | 1,999 mm |
| Height | 1,432 mm | 1,413 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,699 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 64 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres✓ | 460 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/35R19 | 255/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/35R19 | 255/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental SportContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Sport Suspension | AMG Ride Control, Adaptive dampers, AMG Dynamic Select |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| 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 | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 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 Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.0-inch COMAND Online | 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 | Manual key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | 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 | 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 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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C117 Facelift vs C118 Facelift FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C117 Facelift or Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift better?
The C118 is the better-equipped and more powerful car, with 421 hp, adaptive dampers, adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction. The C117 makes more financial sense if the C118’s extra technology does not justify a RM119,000 step up.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C118 Facelift costs RM119,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA C117 Facelift.
Which one is more practical for long-distance driving?
The C117 has the stronger range case on paper, thanks to its 64-litre fuel tank versus 51 litres. It also has a slightly larger 470-litre boot, compared with 460 litres in the C118.
