[Asia Economy Reporter Suyeon Woo] Mercedes-Benz Korea announced on the 27th that it has officially launched the entry-level high-performance model equipped with a powerful new 4-cylinder turbocharger engine, 'The New Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan,' in the domestic market.
The 'AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan' offers powerful performance and comfortable driving through a complete redesign from the powertrain, including the powerful new 2.0ℓ 4-cylinder turbocharger engine, to the body structure.
Advanced technologies that enhance driving pleasure, such as the newly added Drift Mode in AMG Dynamic Select and AMG Track Pace, have been installed. In addition, the latest infotainment system MBUX, head-up display, and blind spot assist, among various convenience and safety features, are provided as standard to improve convenience and safety.
Mark Rein, Vice President of Product and Marketing at Mercedes-Benz Korea, introduced the model as "The AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan is a model that simultaneously offers AMG's pure racing DNA and comfort suitable for a daily car."
Powerful and Dynamic Design Befitting High-Performance AMG
The front features the AMG Panamericana grille with a low contour, including 12 vertical louvers, a first in its class, emphasizing the AMG Performance Family identity. Additionally, the new design of the Multibeam LED headlamps and the 'Shark Nose' shape complete the dynamic front end.
19-inch AMG 5 twin-spoke lightweight alloy wheels and red-colored brake calipers provide a sporty feel. The rear is completed with AMG lettering on the AMG tailpipes and an AMG spoiler lip mounted on the trunk lid.
The interior incorporates design elements that inherit the spirit of motor racing throughout. The AMG multifunction sports steering wheel decorated with yellow stitching and premium Nappa leather, along with the 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and media display combined into a widescreen cockpit, horizontally emphasize the interior design.
Equipped with the Latest AMG Powertrain... Best-in-Class Performance
The New AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan is equipped with a powertrain combining a 2.0ℓ 4-cylinder twin-scroll turbocharger engine (M139) and AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed transmission. It delivers a maximum output of 421 horsepower and a peak torque of 51.0 kg·m, reaching 100 km/h from a standstill in just 4.0 seconds.
The next-generation engine, like the 4.0ℓ V8 biturbo engine installed in The New AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, is the first to feature friction-reducing roller bearings on the turbo compressor and turbine shaft, minimizing mechanical friction inside the turbocharger. This allows the turbocharger to respond instantly and reach a maximum speed of up to 169,000 rpm more quickly.
Enjoyable Driving... Equipped with Various Advanced Technologies
The intelligent all-wheel-drive system 'AMG Performance 4MATIC+,' which embodies Mercedes-AMG technology, continuously calculates torque between the front and rear axles and distributes torque considering driving conditions and driver inputs.
Additionally, The New AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan is equipped with AMG Ride Control suspension, which electronically adjusts damping on each wheel according to driving conditions, creating a stable driving environment.
Furthermore, the 'AMG Track Pace' feature, which allows experiencing race engineering, is installed as standard. This feature displays detailed data of over 80 vehicle parameters and race track lap times through the MBUX infotainment system, enabling continuous improvement of individual driving performance.
The AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan comes standard with various convenience and safety features, providing enhanced convenience and safety. The latest NTG 6-applied infotainment system MBUX allows intuitive control of in-car temperature and lighting, radio and music playback, making and receiving calls, sending messages, and weather information through natural language voice recognition activated by "Hello, Benz."
Along with this, features such as ▲head-up display ▲panoramic sunroof ▲wireless charging system ▲keyless-go ▲blind spot assist ▲active brake assist are standard. The price of The New Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe Sedan is 78.8 million KRW including VAT.
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