Mercedes-Benz leads the race in compact luxury performance segment – launches the racy Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 and GLA 45 4MATIC

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Mercedes-Benz leads the race in compact luxury performance segment; launches the racy Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 and GLA 45 4MATIC

Mercedes-Benz India’s 6th &7th AMG product launch out of 12 products in 2017, as part of celebrating ’50 Years of AMG’ | Also available in the aero edition with invigorating design elements under the ‘designo’ umbrella

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC

  • Features the revised AMG front apron with new A-wing design and louvres in the outer air intakes along with the new front splitter
  • The AMG rear apron with diffuser insert in a new design and four vertical diffuser round off the powerful AMG design
  • AMG radiator grille with twin louvre finished in silver chrome, LED High performance headlamps, AMG E-SELECT selector lever and master key with AMG emblem as standard equipment
  • Dashboard and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather including red contrasting topstitching
  • Improved aerodynamics by the redesigned spoiler lip on the rear and the new spoiler lip beneath the front splitter ensuring additional driving stability in the high speed range | Cd value has been reduced by 0.02 points to 0.30
  • Powered by the awarded AMG 2.0-litre 4 cylinder turbo engine producing 280 kW kW @6000 rpm and up to 475 Nm of torque between 2250-5000 rpm | 0-100 in 4.2 seconds
  • The Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 is priced at INR 75.20 lakhs onwards and the CLA 45 ‘aero edition’ is priced at INR 77.69 lakhs onwards (prices ex-showroom, all India)

 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4MATIC

  • Expressive dynamism with up-to-date AMG design idiom: Redesigned front apron and striking louvres in the three air intakes
  • Front splitter insert in silver chrome and flics in high-gloss black for optimized cooling airflow
  • The hallmark AMG “twinblade” radiator grille in silver chrome finish to reinforce the recognition effect
  • New AMG spoiler lip – further improves the aerodynamics, reduces lift at the rear axle, ensures additional driving stability
  • The dashboard is finished in ARTICO man-made leather with red topstitching for an exclusive look
  • Powered by the awarded AMG 2.0-litre 4 cylinder turbo engine producing 280 kW @ 6000 rpm and up to 475 Nm of torque between 2250-5000 rpm | 0-100 in 4.4 seconds
  • The Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 is priced at INR 77.85 lakhs onwards and the GLA 45 ‘aero edition’ is priced at INR 80.67 lakhs onwards (prices ex-showroom, all India)

Kolkata: India’s leading luxury car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz today further cemented its strong presence in the performance segment, by launching two new AMGs, the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 and the GLA 45 4MATIC. The 45 AMG boasts of the ‘most powerful four-cylinder series production engine in the world. With the introduction of these two new AMGs, Mercedes-Benz India is making a strong statement in the growing performance car segment. Both the vehicles offer a host of new features and embody dynamism, sportiness, exceptional driving performance and agility. Continuing the global celebration of 50 years of AMG, the vehicles were launched by Roland Folger – Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India.  

Roland Folger – Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India said, “Performance car segment in India is fast evolving and hence product innovation becomes crucial to outpace the industry growth. Driving performance remains the key essence of our renowned sub brand Mercedes-AMG and we lead the performance segment in India by a wide margin. As a part of our global celebrations of 50 Years of AMG, we are glad to launch seven AMGs this year and end the year with the introduction of these two sensational young products from our diverse portfolio. These alluring and radical products appeal to those, who believe in ultimate driving performance, everyday practicality and unmatched luxury appointments. We are committed towards providing the best of our global AMG products to our Indian customers and continue leading in this segment.”

Mr. Folger further added, “With our AMG 45 range, we provide our customers a product that embodies the motorsport DNA while adding the practicality of everyday use. Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 and GLA 45 4MATIC have been modified keeping in mind the changing Indian market sentiments and to suit the young generation’s requirements. We are confident that these new exciting products would create a stronger fan following for AMG in India.”

Technical specifications of the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 and GLA 45 4MATIC

Performance Data Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4MATIC
Engine arrangement/cylinders 2.0-litre 4 cylinder turbo engine 2.0-litre 4 cylinder turbo engine
Displacement 1991cc 1991cc
Power 280kW @ 6000 rpm 280kW @ 6000 rpm
Torque 475 Nm @ 2250-5000  rpm 475 Nm @ 2250-5000  rpm
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 4.2 seconds 4.4 seconds
Top Speed 250 km/h 250 km/h

 Key product highlights | Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 and GLA 45 4MATIC

  • Up-to-date AMG design idiom conveying intense dynamism:
  • Front apron with new A-wing design – clear differentiation from AMG Line as a result of louvres in the outer air intakes and diffuser insert in rear apron
  • Front splitter insert in matt titanium gray plus flics in high-gloss black for the flow of cooling air
  • LED High Performance headlamps
  • Newly designed AMG spoiler lip
  • AMG radiator grille with twin louvres in silver chrome as a standard feature
  • New standard wheel: 45.7 cm (18-inch) AMG 10-spoke light-alloy wheels, painted in titanium gray and high-sheen finish
  • AMG instrument cluster with new-look numerals and scale divided into 30 km / h increments, new chrome border around gear indicator display
  • AMG design trim in black / red

AMG CLA 45 4MATIC ‘Aero Edition’

The Aero Edition also expressive design elements featuring accentuating yellow decals and AMG sports stripes in matt graphite grey combined with the AMG Night Package in select exterior paints creating a spectacular effect. Yellow highlights are along the side sill panels, diffusor and rear bumper, as well as the mirror housings.

AMG GLA 45 4MATIC ‘Aero Edition’

The Aero Edition also expressive design elements featuring accentuating yellow decals and AMG sports stripes in matt graphite grey combined with the AMG Night Package in select exterior paints creating a spectacular effect. Yellow highlights are along the side sill panels, diffusor and rear bumper, as well as the mirror housings

Magno paint finish for the AMG GLA 45

The Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 will have an option of the special paintwork finish: The “designo MAGNO”. designo paint finishes blend exclusiveness with a fascinating allure. Offering a wide spectrum of colours and applied with the utmost precision, designo paint finishes put the final touch to the vehicle. The designo magno paint finishes combine metallic paintwork with a silk matt finish. It is a paintwork with high-quality special-effect pigments that lend the vehicle an individual character.

For more details, please visit www.mercedes-benz.co.in

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