Mercedes-Benz India
that launched the GLA-Class SUV recently, will launch the
performance-oriented model of the car - the GLA 45 AMG - on October 27,
2014. The car features the same 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder, direct-injection
petrol unit that also powers the CLA 45 AMG. Claimed to be the world's
most powerful production 4-cylinder engine, it churns out a whooping
355bhp and 450Nm of peak torque. The company has reduced also the car's
height by 15mm as compared to the regular model in order to make it
easier to handle at high-speeds.
Other features that help differentiate the GLA45 AMG from the regular
model are its sportier bumpers, a different-looking grille, quad
exhaust, rear diffuser and red callipers. The cabin too looks quite
different from the regular model with features a racy flat-bottomed
steering wheel, a new gearbox, red seatbelts and contrast stitching on
seats and steering.
As far as interior features are concerned, the GLA45 AMG is likely to
be offered with rear AC vents, an infotainment system with a large
touch-screen, automatic climate control, 19-inch alloy wheels as
standard provisions in addition to necessary safety and comfort
features.
