2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45

The sedan brings a single trim. The AMG 45 is powered by a more emphatic turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes 382 horsepower. It contains 19-inch wheels, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, sporty body styling, and a sport steering wheel.

Ahead of the features showcased here on AMG 45 CLA, the sedan possesses some additional packages and upgrades.

Driver assistive package 

• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane change assist
• Lane-keeping system
• Blindspot intervention
• Evasive steering assist
• AMG-tuned electronically adjustable sport suspension
• AMG night package plus (black badges and dark tinted grille)
• AMG aerodynamic package (performance-oriented body kit)
• AMG performance seat package
• Multicolor heated front seats with lumber, side and shoulder support
• Premium leather 
• Onboard performance data recorder

AMG Dynamic Plus package

Driver selectable performance mode and upgraded brakes

We Recommend

CARHP recommends buying the AMG Dynamic Plus package and other optional packages, as they make the car feel more sporty rather than just acquiring a strong engine. Selectable performance mode and updated brakes impact the interpretation of the vehicle. Carrying extra stamina over base CLA and AMG 35 is significantly a way to flex small 0-60 figures and shorter quarter-mile timings.

Release Date 

The 2022 generation of CLA 45 AMG has alighted into the market and is available for sale in your nearest showroom.

The engine of 45 AMG is beautifully designed, as it begets the best in a segment power output while sustaining competitive mpg numbers. It achieves a combined mileage of 23 while showing 20 mpg in the city and 28 on the highways. After a fuelling tank of 13.5 gallons, the car manages a highway range of 378 miles— gives 270 miles in city driving, and 310.5 integrated.

Audi S3 and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe are best fuel-friendly vehicles on highway and city. Fuel carrying capacity of Genesis is leading in all. In the city and on a combined basis, Mercedes CLA 45 AMG performs better than G70. Audi delivers the best overall range numbers on our list, while Mercedes shows the highest combined mpg of all. Genesis secures a better range than Audi due to having the largest fuel tank.BMW has the lowest fuel capacity.

Highly comfortable and bolstered seats welcome you when we dive into the cushiony cabin. Front doors open widely, while others are a bit shorter in size. Getting in and out of the car is not a hard task for front seated passengers, meanwhile taller people no doubt demand more headroom. Stylish-coupe design hampers visibility and insists on driver relaying on rear view camera and blindspot monitoring functions. When taking its high-performance behavior into consideration, this is a car with comfort. Optional adaptive suspensions help guarantee a comfortable and thrilling ride on purpose. Front row seats are pleasingly cushioned and you won't hesitate to go on long drives seated on them. However the second-row seats try to preserve the same persona but the sloping structure of car does not permit it. Door panels on front show functions for seats and windows, while the rear does not go beyond power windows. The dash, unlike other Mercedes cars, engages with jet turbine-inspired AC vents. A huge panel unites both digital instrument cluster and infotainment touchscreen– a 10.2-inch infotainment touchscreen display on the standard.

Steering wheel, while leaving traces of chrome accessories, clasps a sporty spirit. It encompasses various controls that are handy to operate. Center console appears a bit tied up with a gear selector covered in chrome, cup holders, controls for climate, and storage compartments. Center armrests are of good height and length. Whole aesthetics of cabin looks phenomenal with Mercedes-styled ambient interior lighting that is offered as standard. Interior is quite serene, even when sprinting this vehicle on sport+ mode. Road noise is unnoticeable. The CLA 45 AMG lacks behind when we take cargo capacity into consideration.

Genesis is suited with the roomiest cabin on our list. The cargo carrying capacity of Mercedes is better than Audi and Genesis. BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has extended cargo space. Second-row seats of Audi seem to carry more room for head and leg than Mercedes. Audi S3 is designed with the lowest cargo space in the comparison. With the least price tagged on Genesis, it ensures the comfiest interior, while the Most expensive vehicle on our list, the CLA 45 AMG delivers an average roomy cabin.

Highlights of interior features–

• Keyless entry and ignition
• Power Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Rear view camera 
• Cruise controls with steering wheel control
• Front and rear cupholders
• Front and rear center armrests
• Front and rear door pockets
• Dual zone front climate control
• Rear ventilation ducts
• Front and rear map lights
• Visor vanity mirrors with illumination
• Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
• Air filtration
• Turn signal indicator

How Intuitive is the Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG Infotainment System?

Mercedes-Benz's new MBUX infotainment system is very easy to use. Standard 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment can be controlled either through a touchpad in the center console or aiding with controls mounted on the steering. It supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Voice controls in Mercedes are class-leading. Highly responsive display refreshed with eye-catching controls. Other non-touching controls hold a physical existence and are tactile in nature. All ports and buttons are easily under the reach of the driver's arm. The optional Burmester sound system is impressive and suitable for lows and mids. Along with blind spot monitoring and lane-keeping assists, other functions work pretty decently.

Highlights of infotainment features include–

• MBUX infotainment interface
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
• Radio Data System
• Speed compensated volume control
• Steering wheel controls
• USB Port
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Eight speakers audio system
• Single integrated LCD monitor

Exterior appearance of the CLA 45 AMG mimics exactly with usual CLA Sedan. The sleek design approach satiates the need for performance, a shopper will look into other vehicles. Front portions hold a bonnet leaning towards the ground. It contained an AMG crafted turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Lifted lines over the bonnet cover push the vehicle gaining a more aggressive and muscular look. Front grille differentiates AMG and non-AMG trims. Offered with vertically mounted chrome strips playing with Mercedes star logo at center. Mercedes provided this cute monster with eleven exterior shades. Our recommendation is either go for navy blue or black to adorn the performance sigma of car. Front LED lights are super sharp and no doubt why Mercedes insists on them. Side profiles interact with the same persona by body-colored door handles and a black border around window and door trims. Standard 19-inch alloy wheels are suited with proportionate tires of 255/35R19. Rear end is clean with an AMG badge on the left, a CLA45 sign on right, super fine taillights, a Mercedes logo at the center and a lifted back.

Genesis G70 rolls over the enlarged wheelbase in the comparison. Mercedes Benz CLA 45 AMG is the longest vehicle.BMW Gran Coupe covers the highest ground clearance. The wheelbase of Mercedes is more than Audi and BMW. Ground Clearance of CLA 45 is the most down of all. Genesis is the heaviest car, while the curb weight of BMW is the heaviest. Audi scores more pounds than Mercedes.

Characteristics of the exterior design of AMG 45–

• Body-stained front bumper
• Body-themed rear bumper
• Grille finished in black accents
• Body-colored door handles
• Clearcoat paint
• Painted alloy wheels
• Performance tires
• Full LED Headlights 
• Power liftgate rear cargo access
• Roof rack rails
• Auto on-off projector headlamps 
• LED Brake lights

Though the car has not scored any safety ratings from NHTSA, it acquires tons of standard safety features. A standard post-collision safety system helps avoid additional damage chances after any accidents. Electronic stability control aids prevent a car from spinning out or plowing out due to loss of road traction due to sleeping wheels. Dusk sensing headlamps when activated, automatically turn on the headlights and taillights when the ambient light dims at sunset.

Key features of the safety system of Mercedes include–

• Standard automatic emergency braking
• Lane departure warning with lane-keeping assist
• Available adaptive cruise control
• Dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags
• Front and rear head airbags
• Airbag occupancy sensors
• Stability control
• ABS and driveline traction control
• Child seat anchor
• Rear door child safety lock
• Tire pressure warning
• LED Headlamps
• 2 front and 3 rear headrests
• Remote anti-theft alarm system

• 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG vs. 2022 Audi S3

Audi is $10k less priced and brings a few muscles, but gains a competitive speed catch. The Mercedes bridges the gap by bringing segment-leading 0-60 and quarter-mile timings. Audi has less curb weight, while CLA 45 AMG is engineered on an extended wheelbase. Audi secures more mpg and aided with a larger fuel tank it surpasses Mercedes in a race of range too. More cargo capacity, top speed, and longer body are elements of Mercedes.

• 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG vs. 2022 Genesis G70

Genesis is more affordable and has a significantly better value. Interior space is class-leading. However, sloping design on CLA creates restrictions for legroom. Genesis is decently fast, while CLA 45 AMG is the fastest. Outer design of Genesis brings an intention of a vehicle suited to luxury. Interior appeal of CLA 45 AMG is more elegant and looks highly integrated. Genesis is built on a longer wheelbase. Mercedes shows off appearing with more cargo capacity.

• 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG vs. 2022 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW is a simple-looking vehicle with a curved back. The 45 AMG is good at – top speed, interior design, and infotainment system. The 2 Series Gran Coupe cares more about money spent on fuel. Mercedes is equipped with a longer body and lesser ground clearance, while BMW cares more about curb weight and it covers more ground clearance. Mercedes is devised with 19-inch wheels on the standard while BMW carries 18-inch.

CLA 45 AMG is the richest kid in the town, but it truly justifies every penny. Near 400 horsepower and thrilling acceleration, the way this cute sedan packs in it is really a factor to look upon. Seats are comfortable, but rear-seated passengers are not that much. Infotainment system works with high accuracy. Exterior profile is muscular and eye-catching. Everything just suits the vehicle. If shoppers are converging towards more comfort with less price, the Genesis G70 is for them. If they care more about fuel and mpg numbers, Audi S3 and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe are available alternatives.