All-new version of AMG’s hottest small car is a ballistic hyper-hatch with all the functionality of a subdued family runabout
The current-generation Mercedes-AMG A45 S is now a little more restrained in its styling and exhaust note, but is still crazy fast and starts to blur the line between hyper-hatch and out-and-out sports car. Could it be a rare ‘unicorn’ that offers the practicality of a family hatch with all the modern creature comforts while being able to tear up the racetrack tarmac with ballistic speed and exhibit exemplary road manners all at the same time?
Performance at a price
To sum-up the Mercedes-AMG A 45 S, I’ll quote my favourite comedy duo Hale & Pace in a skit referencing Jeremy Clarkson – “it has more knobs than Royal Ascot”.
This German hyper-hatch is just packed with every conceivable bit of equipment that can be jammed into a small five-door and AMG doesn’t miss you on the price either – it will set you back a cool $93,600 plus on-roads.
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