Overview
- Mercedes‑AMG revealed the CLA 45 4MATIC+ at the Goodwood Festival of Speed with public driving demonstrations that showcased the car’s new hardware and software.
- The company quotes a combined peak output of 500 kW and 1,759 Nm, a 0–100 km/h time of 3.0 seconds (2.7 seconds with a one‑foot rollout), and an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h rising to 270 km/h with an optional Dynamic Plus package.
- Power comes from a 94 kWh lithium‑ion pack on an 800‑volt architecture with claimed peak DC charging of 330 kW (10–80% in ~22 minutes) and manufacturer WLTP ranges of more than 670 km for the sedan and more than 640 km for the Shooting Brake.
- The three‑motor layout uses two rear motors plus a front motor to enable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ torque vectoring and a quoted continuous output of 450 kW, and the car adds active aerodynamics, revised suspension and brakes, and AMG drive modes including a simulated combustion‑engine experience.
- Mercedes‑AMG says axial‑flux motors deliver higher power density and compact packaging, a technical shift that signals the brand’s move toward electrified performance but leaves regional pricing, launch dates and independent real‑world validation of range and performance unconfirmed.