This A45 AMG is “stage 2” and makes about 500 horsepower. It rivals AMG fashions with a lot larger engines and value tags.
We don’t get the A45 right here within the US. It’s a disgrace as a result of such a automobile can be a hoot. However, alas, MBUSA deems the A-class hatchback as unworthy of our adoration. We do get the GLA 45, which is kinda the identical. However the hatch is cooler. Apologies for utilizing a rant as an intro, however this Euro-spec A45 S AMG is a reminder of simply how superior these automobiles are.
This one specifically is from the UK, and YouTuber hampshirephoto is about to take it out for a take a look at journey. Host Luke explains that this one is uncommon in that it’s a modified A45 S. He describes it as a “stage 2” construct with about 500 horsepower. As a aspect observe, can we speak about “stage” modifications? The that means of every explicit stage apparenely varies from one automobile to the following. One individual’s “Stage 2” construct might truly be one other’s “Stage 1.” So for this occasion, we’ll reference the work truly carried out on this A45 S. A tune was accomplished on the ECU, and a downpipe was added. Easy stuff, actually. Oops, one other rant. However on the plus aspect, these easy mods actually get up the A45.
This automobile’s 0-60 time is claimed to be about 3.1 seconds. That’s a giant enchancment over the automobile’s customary spec of three.9 seconds to cowl the identical pace. And keep in mind, all you’re altering is the ECU tune and exchanging one exhaust half. The automobile doesn’t even actually develop into any louder. It simply turns into higher. In actuality, it means the automobile stays docile, and totally a Mercedes if you’re not on the loud pedal. Low RPM torque and the convenience at which the engine propels the A-class alongside makes the general expertise really feel even sooner than the five hundred ponies would counsel. We received’t say the M133 is a greater engine than the M113K. At the very least not until one factor modifications; aftermarket help.
On this video it’s claimed not many A45 fashions are modified. And whereas that could be true within the UK, we all know of a lot. RENNtech is a straightforward first thought when seeking to tune your A45. Actually, they do have a package that may almost replicate the numbers present in your GLA45 AMG. Their tune makes 490 horsepower. Additionally they made a model with about 600 horsepower. Which, when you actually give it some thought, is a lot sufficient in a GLA45 AMG. However we nonetheless want the US market would get the hatchback.
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