High-performance wagon fans can rejoice as
Mercedes-AMG has introduced the new CLA 45 Shooting Brake. The model
has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 382 hp and 480 Nm of torque. It is connected to an eight-speed
dual-clutch transmission and a standard all-wheel drive system. This setup
enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, before
hitting a limited top speed of 250 km/h.
Drivers looking for something more powerful can opt
for the S variant which features an upgraded engine with 415 hp and 500 Nm of torque.
Thanks to the extra grunt, the dash from 0-100 km/h is cut to
four seconds flat. The top speed also
climbs to 270 km/h.
Performance changes aren’t limited to the engine
compartment as the model has been equipped with an aluminum shearing plate, a
strut tower brace and additional reinforcing plates. The wagon also sports AMG Torque Control, a
sport-tuned suspension and a high-performance braking system with AMG-branded
calipers. Other highlights include an
electro-mechanical sports steering system and an AMG Dynamic Select system with
a variety of different modes.
On the styling front, the model follows in the
footsteps of the A 45 and CLA 45. As a
result, it features a Panamericana grille which helps to distinguish the model
from the more mainstream A35 Shooting Brake.
The model has also been equipped with a more
aggressive front fascia that features an integrated splitter. Out back, there’s a ventilated rear bumper, a
sporty diffuser and a four-tailpipe exhaust system with tips that measure up to 90 mm in diameter. Moving into the cabin, drivers will find microfiber and faux leather
sport seats with red contrast stitching.
The two-tone theme is further amplified by designo red seat belts,
high-gloss black trim and chromed air vents with red accents. The S variant is
largely identical, but it swaps the red accents for yellow flourishes. Regardless of which model is selected, both come
equipped with an MBUX infotainment system that features AMG-specific
displays. The model also sports a
digital instrument cluster and voice recognition technology.
