Used Mercedes-Benz CLA Bonnet

The CLA has run across two main generations: the C117 (first generation, 2013–2019) and the C118 (second generation, 2019–present), and bonnets are not interchangeable between these two generations as the front-end architecture differs completely. Within each generation, the bonnet design is broadly shared across the range regardless of engine or body style. Always quote your registration to the breaker so they can confirm the exact generation before purchasing.

The first-generation C117 CLA received a facelift in 2016, bringing revised front-end styling including changes to the lights, grille, and bumper area that can affect panel alignment and appearance. Whether the bonnet itself is physically interchangeable across that 2013–2016 and 2016–2019 boundary is something you should confirm directly with the breaker against your registration, as panel fitment across a facelift boundary can vary and we wouldn't want you to buy something that doesn't sit correctly. Name your exact year and the breaker will be able to advise based on the parts they have in stock.

Trim level does not affect bonnet fitment on the CLA — the bonnet panel itself is the same across SE, Sport, and AMG Line variants within the same generation and facelift period. However, if your car has a specific AMG Line or other trim-specific front end, bear in mind that associated parts like the grille surround or bonnet trim strips may look slightly different, so discuss any cosmetic finishing pieces separately with the breaker. Provide your registration and the breaker will match the correct part for your vehicle.

Engine choice makes no difference to bonnet fitment on the CLA — the bonnet panel is shared across the 180, 200, 220, and AMG variants within the same generation and facelift period. The key questions are generation (C117 or C118) and whether your car is pre- or post-facelift, not what engine is under the bonnet. Confirm the generation and facelift period with the breaker using your registration to ensure you get the right panel.

Both 2014 and 2017 fall within the first-generation C117 CLA, but 2014 is pre-facelift and 2017 is post-facelift, with the styling revision arriving in 2016. The facelift brought changes to the front-end design, so whether the bonnet specifically crosses that boundary and fits correctly is something to confirm with the breaker rather than assume. Give the breaker both registrations or the exact model years and they will be able to tell you from their stock whether the panels are compatible.

The CLA Shooting Brake (estate variant) and the standard CLA saloon share the same front-end platform within a given generation, so the bonnet panel is the same part across both body styles. What matters for fitment is still the generation (C117 or C118) and the facelift period, not whether the donor car was a saloon or Shooting Brake. Confirm the generation and facelift details with the breaker against your registration before buying.