“We have completely redesigned our CLA 45 – from the engine and transmission through to the chassis, the elaborately constructed drivetrain and body structure, and of course the design itself – all with one goal: to raise vehicle dynamics and the sporty driving experience to a level previously unimaginable in the compact class.” said Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
Exterior design: AMG family membership even more apparent
The new CLA 45 4MATIC+ appears even more distinctive than its predecessor. The exterior conveys sheer driving pleasure even at standstill. For the first time, this compact class now features the AMG-specific radiator grille with a wider lower contour and twelve vertical louvres – a clear indicator of AMG Performance family membership.
Drive system: New turbocharged four-cylinder with ample power
With an output of 382 hp, the completely newly developed 2.0-litre engine is one of the world’s most powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engines. With an output per litre of 191 hp, the new Mercedes-AMG high-performance turbo engine ranks ahead of many well-known super-sports car engines.
AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive with AMG TORQUE CONTROL
With AMG Performance 4MATIC+ variable all-wheel drive, the new CLA 45 4MATIC+ delivers maximum traction and dynamic handling. Through AMG TORQUE CONTROL as part of the new rear axle differential, drive power is not only variably distributed between the front and rear wheels, but selectively between the left and right rear wheel. Depending on the drive mode and situation, the drive torque is distributed separately to both rear wheels.
Six driving modes: Vehicle characteristics with wide range
Drivers can choose between six AMG DYNAMIC SELECT driving programs that enable a wide range of vehicle characteristics. Toggling between “Slippery”, “Comfort”, “Sport”, “Sport+”, “Individual” and “RACE” (included in the optional AMG Track Package) will change the response of the engine and the timing of the transmission. Numerous relevant parameters are modified:
Powertrain: Accelerator characteristics, shift times and timing, sound characteristics with the options of Reduced, Moderate, Sport or Dynamic
Transmission: Automatic or manual
AMG DYNAMICS: Agility functions such as all-wheel control, steering characteristics and additional ESP® functions with the options of Basic, Advanced or Pro
Exhaust system: Sound and nature of the sound functions: Balanced or Powerful
Chassis (with optional AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension): Available in Comfort, Sport, Sport+
Interior: Close symbiosis between driver and machine
With its sporty appointments and the MBUX infotainment system, the high-quality interior of the CLA 45 creates a close, personal connection between man and machine. The driver and front passenger are seated in an active position on contoured sport seats with firm lateral support. The standard upholstery as a combination of black ARTICO man-made leather and DINAMICA microfibre is timeless, and creates typical AMG highlights with double topstitching in red. Available red designo seat belts echo the colour scheme. As an alternative, an upholstery in ARTICO man-made leather in neva grey/black with mid-grey double topstitching and light-longitudinal-grain aluminium trim is available.
The MBUX multimedia system
MBUX is included as standard on the CLA 45 4MATIC+. Within the widescreen cockpit, the instrument cluster and touchscreen multimedia display are combined into one unit. Numerous functions can be activated via intelligent voice-operated control, prompted by the phrase: “Hey Mercedes”.
There are far more details in the 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ engineered to thrill and inspire that you must experience in person. Click the TEST DRIVE button below for a complete tour and road test.
