Mercedes-Benz India has expanded its AMG portfolio with the launch of the new AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+. It is the world’s hottest hatchback on sale right now and packs absolutely monstrous power under its bonnet. It’s based on the standard new-generation A-Class hatch and arrives in India only in the AMG avatar. The A 45 S also sits above the A 35 and the GLA 35 AMG models in the brand’s line-up. The Mercedes-AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+ comes to India as a Completely Built Unit.

The Mercedes-AMG A 45 S uses the world’s most powerful four-cylinder engine in series production. The 2.0-litre twinscroll turbocharged motor has been developed at Affalterbach, home of AMG, and is built under the one engine, one mechanic philosophy. The motor develops 415 bhp at          6,750 rpm and 500 Nm of peak torque between 5,000-5,250 rpm. The motor is paired with the AMG Speedshift DCT 8G automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels via the 4MATIC+ system.

Compared to the standard AMG A-Class, the A 45 S AMG comes with two special modes Race and Drift along with five other driving modes. It also gets a reworked suspension,  bigger brakes and an AMG steering wheel. The hot hatchback rides on the massive 19-inch alloy wheels that help you stay planted at high speeds. 0-100 kmph comes in 3.9 seconds while the top speed is electronically limited to 270 kmph. The A 45 S specifically gets the AMG Driver’s package as standard. The AMG Track Pace option further allows owners to personalise the car on track with a personal racing engineer function integrated into the MBUX system. This further offers more analytical data for you to study and perform better on the track.

Visually, the new Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC+ gets notable upgrades. The Panamericana AMG grille takes centre-stage with the Multibeam LED headlights and the twin haunches on the bonnet hat look muscular and striking. The wheel arches have been flared to accommodate the AMG alloy wheel and further add to the imposing presence. At the rear, you get the LED wraparound taillights along with quad exhaust pipes.

The AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+ measures 4445 mm in length, 1850 mm in width, 1412 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2729 mm. The ground clearance stands at 113 mm (unladen). The boot capacity stands at 370 litres with 40/20/40 split rear bench.

With respect to the cabin, the Mercedes-AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+ comes with sports seats with yellow highlights and contrast stitching at the front. The seats are upholstered in black ARTICO leather. The model also gets dual screens for instrument console and infotainment unit. It runs the MBUX system and comes with all sorts of settings. The feature list comprises auto climate control, ambient lighting, rear AC vents, panoramic sunroof, head-up display, AMG dials on the steering wheel and more. The car also gets a high-end, 590 Watt Burmester sound system with 12 speakers.

The safety kit on the Mercedes-AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+ includes Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, among other active and passive safety systems.

Mercedes-Benz is also offering personalisation packages on the new A 45 S AMG under its Designo program that brings new colours, AMG Exterior Silver Chrome package, customised front splitter inserts and more. The hot hatch is available in nine colours - Sun Yellow, Polar White, Mountain Grey, Denim Blue, Iridium Silver, Designo Patagonia Red, Designo Mountain Grey Magno and Cosmos Black and Night Black.