In this video, Howard Ritchie takes a deep dive into the heart of the highperformance beast that is the MercedesAMG A45.

It’s truly one of the hottest hatches on the market, with more than 400hp coaxed from its 2.0litre turbocharged petrol engine if you opt for the ‘S’ variant.

The interior is a marvel too; Howard takes a look at the latest MBUX system, checks out the hightech gadgets, discovering that the A45 is essentially a perfect blend of premium luxury and performance.

And the exterior? Well the A45 boasts a striking design with an aggressive look. The prominent grille and signature AMG styling cues certainly mark it out from more ordinary A Class models.

Don't miss our sound check segment, where we'll rev up the engine and capture that exhaust note of the A45.

00:00 – Why this car is a challenge.
00:47 – AMG 45 specification
01:54 – Mercedes AMG 45 Driving Modes
02:48 – The cabin
04:35 – AMG A45 Exhaust notes
05:32 – Ford ST v AMG A45 S v RS3
06:13 – Ambient Lighting
06:53 Verdict

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