Mercedes A-class AMG hatchback. Second generation 2019
Mercedes A-class AMG is a sports executive model of the subcompact motor car of the German brand Mercedes-Benz, launched in 2013. Available in five-door hatchback and sedan bulks. In 2020, the second generation of the 2019 model year hatchback car was available on the Israeli market.
The 5-door 5 seater hatchback Mercedes AMG A-Class 2019/2020 has small dimensions: 4445 mm in length, 1850 mm in width. At the same time, a very impressive wheelbase of 2,729 mm allows a quite capacious passenger compartment. Trunk volume is 370 liters min, 1310 liters max.
Distinctive features
The new Mercedes A-class AMG differs from the standard A-class with a sporty decor and powerful powertrain. The front bumper is the same as the standard version. But on the other hand, it received a different radiator grille with double chrome trim and a mesh design with many small cells. On its bottom side you can see an additional splitter lip and aerodynamic linings near the side air intake blades. Skirts are located on the sills, and in the wheel arch there are 18-inch alloy wheels with a unique design. At the hull back, you can see a small but full-fledged wing on the fifth door cover, a pair of junction pipes of the exhaust system, and a diffuser.
The platform for the hatchback was inherited from the standard model, however, it had to be modified to prepare the car for increased loads. First of all, attention was paid to the torsional rigidity of the bulk. The manufacturer has placed an X-shaped stiffener under the bottom side and an aluminum plate under the engine. The bracket is completely independent. There are McPherson fences at fascia and a multilink system at the rear bodywork. It differs from the standard one in modified quadrant levers, coil springs, and shock struts. There is a passive suspension with a telescopic shock absorber in default. Adaptive racks can be ordered at an upcharge. Disk brakes are peripheral. Fascia – 350 mm perforated four-piston monobloc disk brake calipers. At rear bodywork there are 330 mm ones and a floating axle for each wheel. The four-wheel drive is full with a rear wheelset connected through a multi-disk clutch.
Modifications
In Israel, the new AMG A-Class comes with a four-wheel drive in two versions to choose from. The AMG A45 S 4MATIC+ is powered by a 2.0-liter petrol turbo engine with 421 hp and a torque of 500 Nm, which is capable of accelerating the car to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, and top speed is limited to 270 km/h. Partnered with 8-speed AMT. The AMG A35 4MATIC is a little more modest. The AMG A35 4MATIC is a little more conservative. It accelerates from 0 to 100 in 4.7 seconds, top speed – 250 km/h. Partnered with a 7-speed robotic gearbox.
Trim versions
For Israeli 2020 AMG Mercedes A-Class buyers, there is a choice of two models, each with its trim version – AMG A45 S 4MATIC+ and AMG A35 4MATIC. Both are powered by decorative interior lighting, kick plates and pedals, sunroof and panoramic roof, front sports faux leather interior seats, LED headlights, and R18 wheels. Basic options for both models are central locking, 6 airbags, backup camera, front and back parking sensors with automatic parking, adaptive cruise control, a wide range of electronic assistants, including driver drowsiness detection, traffic condition selection, road traffic control, electronic brake assist systems, and collision avoidance system.
A modern multimedia system with Android Auto and Carplay, an audio system, active power steering, dual-zone climate control, a multifunction steering wheel, paddle shifters, engine start/stop button, keyless access, an expanded power pack resetting completely the picture of executive sports hatchback from Mercedes.
