Advertisement

View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

  • <p>The 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S makes huge power from its 2.0-liter inline-four, 416 horsepower to be precise. A new all-wheel-drive system and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission put that might to the ground. Expect the 382-hp non-S version to go on sale in the U.S. next year. Read the full story <a href="https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a28661756/2020-mercedes-amg-cla45-s-drive/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">here</a>.</p>
    1/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    The 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S makes huge power from its 2.0-liter inline-four, 416 horsepower to be precise. A new all-wheel-drive system and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission put that might to the ground. Expect the 382-hp non-S version to go on sale in the U.S. next year. Read the full story here.

  • <p>It's not subtle. An AMG-specific grille, wide front fenders and wheel arches, and a low nose define the new CLA45 S.</p>
    2/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    It's not subtle. An AMG-specific grille, wide front fenders and wheel arches, and a low nose define the new CLA45 S.

  • <p>Four round tailpipes help identify the CLA45 S from the rear.</p>
    3/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    Four round tailpipes help identify the CLA45 S from the rear.

  • <p>The CLA45's optional AMG Aerodynamics package includes a modified front splitter, side spoiler lips on the rear apron, and a larger spoiler lip.</p>
    4/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    The CLA45's optional AMG Aerodynamics package includes a modified front splitter, side spoiler lips on the rear apron, and a larger spoiler lip.

  • <p>Five-twin-spoke 19-inch wheels are standard on the AMG CLA45 S.</p>
    5/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    Five-twin-spoke 19-inch wheels are standard on the AMG CLA45 S.

  • <p>AMG reinforced the CLA45's body with an aluminum shear plate under the engine as well as a strut-tower brace and A-pillar reinforcements.</p>
    6/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    AMG reinforced the CLA45's body with an aluminum shear plate under the engine as well as a strut-tower brace and A-pillar reinforcements.

  • <p>The new M139 turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four puts out 416 horsepower in the CLA45 S and is hand-built in Affalterbach, Germany, following the company's "one man, one engine" strategy.</p>
    7/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    The new M139 turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four puts out 416 horsepower in the CLA45 S and is hand-built in Affalterbach, Germany, following the company's "one man, one engine" strategy.

  • <p>AMG says to expect a 4.0-second sprint to 62 mph from the CLA45 S when using launch control.</p>
    8/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    AMG says to expect a 4.0-second sprint to 62 mph from the CLA45 S when using launch control.

  • <p>Redline for the M139 is 7200 rpm in the S model, 450 rpm above the power peak.</p>
    9/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    Redline for the M139 is 7200 rpm in the S model, 450 rpm above the power peak.

  • <p>The M139 uses a twin-scroll turbocharger with ball bearings made by BorgWarner. Twin-scroll turbos reduce turbo lag relative to mono-scroll units.</p>
    10/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    The M139 uses a twin-scroll turbocharger with ball bearings made by BorgWarner. Twin-scroll turbos reduce turbo lag relative to mono-scroll units.

  • <p>The CLA45's limited-slip rear diff enhances the car's dynamic abilities, including the ability to lay down black stripes in Walmart parking lots everywhere.</p>
    11/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    The CLA45's limited-slip rear diff enhances the car's dynamic abilities, including the ability to lay down black stripes in Walmart parking lots everywhere.

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    12/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    13/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    14/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    15/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    16/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    17/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    18/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    19/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    20/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    21/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    22/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    23/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    24/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    25/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    26/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    27/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    28/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    29/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    30/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    31/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    32/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    33/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    34/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    35/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    36/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

  • <p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
    37/37

    View 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Photos

    2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+

<p>The 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S makes huge power from its 2.0-liter inline-four, 416 horsepower to be precise. A new all-wheel-drive system and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission put that might to the ground. Expect the 382-hp non-S version to go on sale in the U.S. next year. Read the full story <a href="https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a28661756/2020-mercedes-amg-cla45-s-drive/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">here</a>.</p>
<p>It's not subtle. An AMG-specific grille, wide front fenders and wheel arches, and a low nose define the new CLA45 S.</p>
<p>Four round tailpipes help identify the CLA45 S from the rear.</p>
<p>The CLA45's optional AMG Aerodynamics package includes a modified front splitter, side spoiler lips on the rear apron, and a larger spoiler lip.</p>
<p>Five-twin-spoke 19-inch wheels are standard on the AMG CLA45 S.</p>
<p>AMG reinforced the CLA45's body with an aluminum shear plate under the engine as well as a strut-tower brace and A-pillar reinforcements.</p>
<p>The new M139 turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four puts out 416 horsepower in the CLA45 S and is hand-built in Affalterbach, Germany, following the company's "one man, one engine" strategy.</p>
<p>AMG says to expect a 4.0-second sprint to 62 mph from the CLA45 S when using launch control.</p>
<p>Redline for the M139 is 7200 rpm in the S model, 450 rpm above the power peak.</p>
<p>The M139 uses a twin-scroll turbocharger with ball bearings made by BorgWarner. Twin-scroll turbos reduce turbo lag relative to mono-scroll units.</p>
<p>The CLA45's limited-slip rear diff enhances the car's dynamic abilities, including the ability to lay down black stripes in Walmart parking lots everywhere.</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
<p>2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S 4Matic+</p>
Car and Driver

Because AMG knows we need a 416-hp compact car with a Drift mode.

From Car and Driver