2019 Mercedes-AMG A45 Spied Looking Like a Proper Hot Hatch
Spy photographers have caught the next-generation Mercedes-AMG A45 testing.
Expected to pack over 400 horsepower, the next-generation Mercedes-AMG A45 won’t be offered in North America, but it gives us a preview of what the CLA45 and GLA45 models will entail. The prototype is sporting the brand’s Panamericana grille, while wearing a low stance, wide wheels, and large air intakes hidden underneath the camouflage on the front bumper. Out back, we can see a quad-exhaust setup, but the German automaker is using traditional round tips instead of the exhaust finishers found on the current model.
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The new A45 is expected to come standard with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, and it should get a larger rear spoiler by the time it arrives in production form. Look for the next-generation A45 to make its debut sometime next year before heading to dealerships in late 2018. The related CLA45 and GLA45 models shouldn’t be far behind.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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