What is A45 AMG?
With four-wheel drive and 421hp, this a full-blooded performance car rather than a hot hatch, capable of 0-62mph in 3.9 seconds.
The A 45 AMG S is packed with kit, including a twin-screen dash and two-tone leather upholstery, as well as satellite navigation and a lengthy list of driver assistance systems.
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2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A45 AMG 4Matic
2015 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A45 AMG 4Matic
2021 Mercedes-AMG A-Class A45 S Hatch 4Matic+
How much is the A45 AMG in South Africa?
Well, Affalterbach’s apex hot hatch will kick off at R1 256 243, though specifying the new AMG Street Style Edition package (complete with edition-specific foiling and fluorescent orange accents, as pictured here) will add a further R164 610 to the price.
Why is the A45 so fast?
Powering the Mercedes A45 AMG is a masterpiece of an engine. The 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder unit produces 360hp and a generous 332lb ft of torque. With the help of a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and sophisticated four-wheel drive, the 0-60 time is only 4.3 seconds – faster than a Porsche 911.
Is A45 AMG worth it?
The A45 has a different brief: to go fast and have fun. That aligns it precisely with the Audi RS3, a car that is both less talented and less charismatic. The A45 has a pretty big sweet spot: it looks good inside and out, operates unobtrusively when you don’t demand much from it and goes properly feral when you do.