WTF is this? How'd it sneak up on me? Mercedes Benz CLA 45 (not a typo)

General Discussion
#1

I know, it looks like I meant to type CLS63 or something, but no this is a new Benzo. CLA200 and CLA 45 will be offered from the looks of it. Looks to be a smaller version of the CLS 4-door coupe type style. Looks pretty cool. I’ve never heard of CLA anything before this. I guess it’s an RS3 sedan type competitor (AMG version anyway) and the 200 will battle the A3 2.0T etc. Oh yeah…4matic AWD.

AMG model rumoured to be 2.0 big turbo 4 cylinder, 350 hp ish

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This looks like the base model. Looks great for a base model.

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#2

ooof, the rear end isn’t so pretty

#3

Rear end looks like an altima, BT production car would be cool though

#4

Based on the fwd a class iirc?

#5

Looks like a fun sized CLS63

#6

Agreed that the rear looks like crap. I find Merc is having difficulty with rear ends these last few years.

#7

Yeah all their new cars have the taillights that wrap half way around the side of the car. Look at the current e-class. Most be a way to get past the side reflector requirement.

#8

Good looking car. But then I’m the only one that likes the new E63 AMG.

#9

new e63 is a diff animal, those tail lights are ridiculously good looking at night.