Mercedes-Benz CLA Build Sheet by VIN
Same lookup as the Mercedes-Benz data card by VIN and the Mercedes-Benz build sheet by VIN — same free availability check, same $9.99 report, for every Mercedes-Benz model.
A Mercedes-Benz CLA build sheet shows how one VIN was built: model (CLA 250, CLA 250 4MATIC, AMG CLA 35 or 45), paint, upholstery and installed options such as AMG Line, Premium Package, Night Package, Driver Assistance, the panoramic roof and Burmester audio. Many CLAs share a badge and a price band; the options are what differ.
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- Installed options
- Paint & upholstery
- Original MSRP data
- Downloadable PDF
What a Mercedes-Benz CLA build sheet shows
An entry-level CLA and a well-optioned one look similar in photos; the difference is the packages — AMG Line, Premium, Night, Driver Assistance and the larger-display multimedia bundles. A VIN build sheet lists the factory model, colors and the installed options and packages recorded for that car when the build data includes them.
- • The factory model, exterior paint and upholstery recorded for that VIN.
- • Installed factory options and packages, with option codes, when the underlying build data includes them.
- • Original MSRP figures, when the underlying build data includes them — not every VIN or model year has this available.
- • A downloadable, printable PDF you can keep with the car’s records or share with a seller or lender.
Data density varies by model year and specific VIN — some return a full option and MSRP breakdown, others model and color only. You see which applies before you pay. Not included: accident history, title brands (salvage, flood, lemon), odometer history, prior-owner count, service records.
Mercedes-Benz CLA options that matter most
Focus: C118 (and C117). Linked codes are from the Mercedes-Benz option code reference (applicability in brackets). Options marked “by name” appear on the build record under their option name — the code varies by model and year and is shown on the build sheet for that VIN.
| Option | Code (applies to) | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| AMG Line | By name | Sport bumpers, wheels and trim; easy to imitate. Listed by name. |
| Premium Package | By name | US comfort and convenience bundle; read the line items. Listed by name. |
| Night Package | By name | Black exterior accents; listed by name. |
| Driver Assistance Package | By name | Assistance suite; invisible from outside. Listed by name. |
| Panoramic sliding sunroof |
| A frequent filter for used buyers. |
| Burmester surround sound | By name | Audio upgrade; listed by name. |
| Heated steering wheel |
| Small option buyers notice; confirm on the record. |
| Blind Spot Assist |
| Commonly asked about on entry models; check the record. |
Paint is a separate three-digit code on the vehicle data plate and data card — see the Mercedes-Benz paint code reference. How to read the rest of a data card: Mercedes-Benz option codes explained.
Mercedes-Benz CLA generations at a glance
| Chassis code | US model years | Build-sheet notes |
|---|---|---|
| C117 | MY2014–2019 | First-generation four-door coupe: CLA 250 and CLA 45 AMG. Built in Kecskemét, Hungary. |
| C118 | MY2020–2025 | Second generation: CLA 250, AMG CLA 35 and 45. MBUX infotainment with optional larger displays. |
Full specs by generation: Mercedes-Benz CLA specs.
Where to find the VIN on a Mercedes-Benz CLA
- • Through the lower driver-side corner of the windshield (US-market cars).
- • On the certification label on the driver-side door jamb or B-pillar.
- • On the title, registration and insurance card.
- • In the Mercedes me app once the car is authenticated to an owner account.
Example: a Mercedes-Benz CLA VIN, position by position
Illustrative example, not a specific car: W1K5J4GB9PN012345 is a check-digit-valid pattern that the federal decoder reads as 2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class CLA250 sedan, plant Kecskemét, Hungary (NHTSA vPIC). Nothing in the 17 characters describes options — those live in the build record (the data card) for the VIN. Decode any Mercedes-Benz VIN free with the Mercedes-Benz VIN decoder.
| Positions | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | W1K | World Manufacturer Identifier — Mercedes-Benz passenger cars (vPIC: Mercedes-Benz Cars). |
| 4–8 | 5J4GB | Vehicle descriptor — Mercedes model line, body, engine and restraint coding; here a CLA 250. |
| 9 | 9 | Check digit (validates the other 16 characters). |
| 10 | P | Model year 2023. |
| 11 | N | Assembly plant: Kecskemét, Hungary. |
| 12–17 | 012345 | Production serial number for that plant. |
Build sheet vs. the data card and window sticker
The original window sticker (Monroney label) lists the factory options and their prices, and the Mercedes-Benz data card lists the option codes — but a used car often no longer has either, and Mercedes me only shows a car's own records once the VIN is authenticated to an owner account. A CarWhere build sheet is the instant option when you are not the owner yet: This CarWhere build sheet is reconstructed from available VIN-level build data. It is not an official Mercedes-Benz data card, Monroney label, or factory certificate. Other routes — dealer printouts, service records, the Mercedes-Benz window sticker by VIN — are compared in how to find Mercedes options by VIN.
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FAQ
How do I get a build sheet for a Mercedes CLA?
Enter the VIN on this page for a free availability check. If detailed build data exists, the build sheet is $9.99 one-time and lists the factory model, colors and installed options and packages when the build data includes them.
How do I tell if a CLA has the AMG Line?
Check the build record, where it is listed by name when the build data includes installed packages. AMG badges and bumpers are easy to add later.
What is the difference between C117 and C118?
They are Mercedes’ internal codes for the first two CLA generations: C117 covers US model years 2014–2019 and C118 model years 2020–2025.
Is the CarWhere CLA build sheet the official Mercedes-Benz data card?
No. It is reconstructed from licensed VIN-level build data and is not an official Mercedes-Benz data card, Monroney label or factory certificate. Mercedes me shows a car’s own records only once the VIN is authenticated to an owner account.
Sources
- NHTSA vPIC VIN decoder — example VIN decode (model, year, trim, plant), checked 2026-11-03
- 15 U.S.C. § 1232 — Automobile Information Disclosure Act (Monroney label contents) — window sticker must list manufacturer-installed optional equipment and prices
- CarWhere Mercedes-Benz option code reference — option codes and applicability
- CarWhere Mercedes-Benz paint code reference
- CarWhere Mercedes-Benz CLA depreciation by model year — live-listing medians
Build data is matched to the exact VIN entered, not to the model generally. This CarWhere build sheet is reconstructed from available VIN-level build data. It is not an official Mercedes-Benz data card, Monroney label, or factory certificate.
Related Mercedes-Benz resources
- Mercedes-Benz data card by VIN
- Mercedes-Benz build sheet by VIN
- Mercedes-Benz research hub
- Mercedes-Benz CLA specs
- Mercedes-Benz option codes
- Mercedes option codes by VIN
- Mercedes-Benz paint codes
- Mercedes-Benz window sticker by VIN
- Mercedes-Benz VIN decoder
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