Machines | 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG - Review & Test Drive
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The 2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG features a 2.0L hand-built turbocharged I4 engine with direct injection. It produces 355 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, sending power through a 7 speed dual clutch transmission. The vehicle features AMG performance 4Matic all-wheel drive, independent front and rear suspension, and summer performance tires. This video will take a look at the exterior, engine and drivetrain, wheels, tires, suspension, interior, features, as well as a quick test drive and summary of the fuel economy and performance. Related Videos: Mercedes GLA250 - https://youtu.be/iv0zWEY3370 Mercedes ML400 - https://youtu.be/6Eq3vcYt1js Features Include: - Bluetooth connectivity - Power front seats, lumbar support and memory - Split folding rear seats - Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers - Collision prevention assist plus attention assist - Automatic headlights - Adaptive brake technology - AMG 3 stage electronic stability system Options Include: - AMG black redcut leather - Carbon fiber trim - AMG performance exhaust - Parktronic with park assist - AMG performance steering wheel - AMG performance seats - 20" 10-spoke alloy wheels - AMG aerodynamic package (splitter, dive planes, rear deck lid spoiler) - Premium package w/ Harmon Kardon audio - AMG night styling package - Multimedia package - AMG redcut exclusive package - Driver assist package (including adaptive cruise control) MSRP as Tested: $66,975 Please feel free to rate, comment, and subscribe! And don't forget to check out my other pages: Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Official Website - http://www.howdoesacarwork.com Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13 Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplained To help create more videos, check out my Patreon page! http://www.patreon.com/engineeringexplained NEW VIDEO EVERY WEDNESDAY!
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Well equipped car, it is. Good job Jason.
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That section of road out by Vista House is one of my favorites in the area - perfect testing ground for this car!
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Now that these are $40,000 barely used would you buy one over an STI?
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Love your videos! Keep them up :D One question though. Does the transmission auto shift on "manual" or does it allow you for full control on the revs?
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Great overview, just got the 2016 with pretty much the same options and I love it!
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Very confusing car indeed. I've been looking at a good compact crossover as i'll soon have a little family. The vehicle had to be able to not be too long or wide (for city driving), but at the same time do 100 mile plus motorway journeys, have a 5 star safety rating, be comfortable, have decent boot capacity to be able to fit large pushchairs etc. So we are talking about a vehicle with a small footprint overall, but at the same time being spacious enough for a small family. Somehow the GLA ticked more boxes than the Hondas, Mitsubishis, Audi Q3 and BMW X1. SIze was the main consideration. seems like the overpriced GLA hatchback somehow won out, even though it is not a proper SUV which is what i was sort of looking for initially. Being smaller than proper crossovers like the BMW and audi, it just about won out (the GLA 250 is what i was looking at). But because i wanted a performance version (the GLA 45), the natural competitor was its own A class hatchback. The performance of the A-class was better but due to the increased boot space, much better comfort and overall looks, i much preferred the GLA (surprisingly). Even though i was stung by around £5k more for the base GLA vs the A class, i somehow justified the purchase. I have kitted out the vehicle with the premium package (HK sound, moon-roof), COMAND online and driver assistance package (distronic plus etc). I didnt pick any performance type options like the performance exhaust or limited slip suspensions. So what i've ended up with is a comfortable, compact vehicle, with crazy performance too and very nice kit. I've got it on a 3 year lease so at least the cost isnt totally prohibitive either.
Now if width dimensions werent a consideration, i would have got a GLC 43 AMG coupe over this GLA 45 any day of the week as I think that one justifies its price more than the entry level GLA, and the GLC is slightly more of a proper SUV than the GLA which is a hot hatch. -
A really good review and POV description - well done mate.
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that is the happiest mood I've ever seen you in.
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$66K? There are so many other cars I'd choose at that price point.
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excellent review. will subscribe!
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Is this a Diesel or Petrol engine?
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harman kardon 🙌🏾
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Might as well buy a used GTR and look at them both in the rear-view.
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alcantera not suede
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This is a fantastic detailed review. Thoroughly enjoyable. I am getting one of these!
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Does the multimedia package include a hotspot or not?
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Love your channel. You do such good work. I started watching a couple years ago for your engineering explanation, and just recently started watching your reviews. I think you do a great job, so thank you.
On this review, I can't possibly imagine spending $60k+ on this car when I could get an ATS-V for the same. The interior looks very late 1990s to me. Base price, sure very decent especially with that great engine. But fully loaded, not a chance. I love the engine noise, is it genuine in the interior or is it augmented? -
Over 60k and no spare
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Nice car! Wish Subaru would make a Turbo "STI" version of the Crosstrek to compete with this, but much cheaper.