Mercedes CLA 45 AMG: the most interesting about the most budgetary saloon from AMG

Mercedes CLA 45 AMG is a car, which premiered in New York three years ago, in 2013. The usual version, by the way, was presented to the public at the same time, just a little earlier, in January, in Detroit. But the overwhelming majority of critics and connoisseurs assure: the "charged" version looks more attractive, and the power of the larger can boast. However, all the advantages and features of the model should be told in more detail.

Appearance

The usual, standard version of CLA looks very elegant and beautiful. Each line traces the brand Mercedes-style. And the Mercedes CLA 45 AMG version looks more aerodynamic. Immediately in the eye rushes branded body kit, which is famous for AMG models. He very successfully emphasizes the sporty, even somewhat aggressive character of this car.

Also you can not fail to note the attention of 18-inch "rollers", made in black. If the buyer wishes, then they can make them an inch more. Still attract attention brake calipers red and a small, neat spoiler, located on the luggage cover. Two pairs of branch pipes of the exhaust system of a rectangular shape harmoniously decorate such an elegant image. In general, the exterior of the Mercedes CLA 45 AMG turned out, as always, magnificent.

Salon

Now - a few words about the interior of the Mercedes CLA 45 AMG. The salon of the "charged" version is designed almost the same as the usual model. However, there are differences, and they are noticeable. Firstly, in the design of the salon from AMG is clearly a sporting character. This is successfully highlighted by a slightly cut off steering wheel in the lower part, decorated with aluminum gauges. Even in the eye rush chairs with a pronounced lateral support, as well as their own combination of instruments. It is impossible not to attract attention and upholstery of the central panel and door sidewalls with high-quality leather. However, the most striking element is the lever of the robotic gearbox. It was decided to base it on the central tunnel. For comparison: in the normal version the transmission selector is located on the steering column.

Heart of the car

The main component of any car (and Mercedes AMG CLA 45 4MATIC is not an exception) is its engine. Under the hood of this sports sedan is a petrol 2-liter 4-row unit, equipped with a turbocharged system and direct fuel injection. The motor fully meets all the environmental requirements of EURO-6. The unit is powerful - it generates 360 horsepower. Running engine in tandem with a 7-band sports gearbox with the company name SPEEDSHIFT DCT. The transmission is distinguished by a pair of clutches and the notorious all-wheel-drive system.

The speedometer needle reaches a mark of 100 km / h in only 4.6 seconds. And the maximum limit is 250 km / h, and it is electronically limited. Interestingly, the powerful Mercedes CLA 45 AMG, whose photo is presented in the article, is a very economical car. It consumes only seven liters per 100 kilometers in a mixed cycle.

Other Features

Now about other, not less important moments. The front suspension of the car is an independent design with MacPherson struts. At the rear is a multi-link layout called Multilink. Each wheel is equipped with disc vented brakes, which have an anti-lock system.

What about the steering? Its specialists tuning studio equipped with an electric booster, and the effort can be changed.

The car Mercedes CLA 45 AMG specifications are very impressive. And the list of basic equipment pleases. As standard, the car is equipped with air conditioning, airbags (both front and sides), an accident prevention system, a motorist fatigue sensor, parktronics (both at the rear and front), an automatic parking system, bi-xenon optics (front), a full electronic package, Multi-function steering wheel, excellent audio system and leather-trimmed interior. And there are such systems as ABS, ASR, EBA, EBD, ESP and HHC. In general, everything that is needed.

Cost

And at last - about the price. This car is worth more than 56 000 euros in Germany. And such a low price makes it the most affordable car from AMG tuning studio in the entire line.

And what about the cost in Russia? So, the absolutely new model of 2015 CLA 45 AMG 4MATIC can be bought for about 3 230 000 rubles. The complete set has everything you need: starting with the central lock with infrared remote control, ending with cruise control, ECO Start / Stop function and AMG Exclusive package. A full list of equipment is counted in several dozen names - there really is everything that can be needed. Although there are even more "charged" versions - with heat-absorbing glazing, armchairs with memory function and many others. Such versions cost about 3 500 000 rubles. In general, potential buyers already decide which model they need.

What can I say at the end? This car is really the most budgetary version of the sedan from AMG. But nevertheless, it looks rich, it differs with the most comfortable interior and excellent technical characteristics.