THROW an additional $7400 on the price ticket of Mercedes-AMG’s A forty five S 4matic+ sizzling hatch and it places you behind the wheel of the Restricted Version model that’s out there now from $128,400 +ORCs.
Basically, the ask brings attractive inexperienced paint with a racing stripe, aero add-ons and rear spoiler, black and yellow physique {hardware} highlights, and zhuzhed-up inside; however the identical powertrain because the by-product mannequin.
Mercedes-AMG says the Restricted Version, the costliest sizzling hatch offered right here, is about to make hearts beat even faster with the extra mannequin combining gorgeous efficiency with an much more overt visible presence.
It doesn’t have the phase all to itself, nevertheless, as competitors might come from the cheaper Audi RS 3 in sedan and Sportback (from underneath $100K), the extra highly effective rear-wheel drive BMW M2, and even Porsche’s entry degree Cayman at 4 grand extra.
However balanced towards this the all-wheel drive AMG sizzling hatch has sufficient going for it to be extremely wanted by followers not the least its AMG GT-inspired look.
The mannequin’s arresting inexperienced metallic paintwork, black entrance to again racing stripe and black and yellow accented exterior trim incorporates a swathe of racing-inspired exterior enhancements whereas inside, a number of key trim and specification updates add a good sportier contact to the performance-focused cabin.
The gorgeous Inexperienced Mild Magno paintwork accentuated by the quantity 45 on the facet has not beforehand been out there within the compact class and was sourced straight from the Mercedes-AMG GT.
The general look is accomplished by edition-exclusive 19-inch AMG cross-spoke solid wheels in matt black with contrasting yellow flange and rim spokes.
AMG developed an Aerodynamics Bundle so as to add additional visible attraction with the twin advantage of offering a tangible enchancment to driving traits.
The bundle incorporates a set AMG rear wing and particular add-on elements which can be greater than merely aesthetic. It was developed within the Mercedes-AMG wind tunnel to extend downforce and enhance excessive pace dealing with whereas additionally imparting a motorsport-inspired look.
Different particulars receiving the AMG contact are gloss black brake callipers for the AMG high-performance braking system full with a white AMG emblem, a silver-chrome gas cap completed with the AMG emblem, and a lightweight projection of the AMG crest onto the highway or pavement when coming into or exiting the car.
Taking an in depth look inside we discover sports-inspired black AMG Efficiency seats in Artico leather-based and Microcut micro-fibre with yellow ornamental stitching which extends to the door panels and instrument panel.
Naturally an AMG Efficiency leather-based and Microcut steering wheel is fitted that includes yellow ornamental stitching whereas aluminium trim components with AMG sample and yellow AMG lettering add additional accents to the inside.
AMG branding in yellow continues all through the inside on door sills, ground mats, and elsewhere.
The mannequin stays powered by a excessive enhance 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine cranking 310kW and 500Nm that Mercedes-AMG says provides spontaneous response.
It might propel the compact sports activities automobile from 0-100 km/h in as little as 3.9 seconds, on the best way to a prime pace of 270km/h.
Holding all this in test is variable AMG Efficiency 4Matic+ all-wheel drive with AMG Torque Management (torque vectoring) which can be stated to make a major contribution to dynamic driving.
Mercedes-AMG technicians clarify the rear axle drive incorporates two electronically managed multi-plate clutches, every linked to a drive shaft on the rear axle which permits totally variable “driving pressure” between the entrance and rear axles and selectively left to proper on the rear wheels.
2025 Mercedes-AMG A-Class pricing*:
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A 35 (a)
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$88,500
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A forty five S (a)
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$121,000
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A forty five S 4matic+ Restricted Version (a)
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$128,400
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New variant
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*Pricing excludes on-road prices.
