Mercedes-AMG Announces Special Edition A-Class Model, the "A 45 4MATIC Racing Edition"
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July 21, 2016

Mercedes-AMG Announces Special Edition A-Class Model, the "A 45 4MATIC Racing Edition"


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Announcing the Special Edition A-Class, the "A 45 4MATIC Racing Edition"


Mercedes-Benz Japan has announced the "Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC Racing Edition," a special edition of the A-Class. Orders will be accepted from July 20th on a limited basis, with sales scheduled to begin in early August.


Text by ORITO Shigenobu(OPENERS)



The First AMG Model Priced Under 5 Million Yen


The Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC, a compact hatchback from Mercedes-AMG that received a facelift last November,A 45 4MATICserves as the base for the "A 45 4MATIC Racing Edition," a special edition limited to 100 units nationwide.


The powertrain, consisting of a 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo engine producing a maximum output of 381 hp and a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT, along with AMG-tuned sports suspension and brake systems, remains unchanged. This special edition refines the functionality and equipment for a more focused driving experience.




Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC Racing Edition | Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC Racing Edition

Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC Racing Edition | Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC Racing Edition



The seats have been changed from leather power seats to manual seats made of DAINAMICA material. Additionally, the genuine COMAND navigation system with TV tuner, KEYLESS GO, and rear armrest have been removed, creating a model specifically focused on driving performance.


The price is 5.83 million yen, over 1 million yen less than the base vehicle. It is available only in right-hand drive, with 50 units each in "Cosmos Black" and "Calcite White" body colors.




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Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC Racing Edition
Mercedes-AMG A45 4MATIC Racing Edition

Body Dimensions | Length 4,370 x Width 1,780 x Height 1,420 mm
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm
Tread Front/Rear | 1,555 / 1,560 mm
Engine | 1,991 cc Inline-4 Turbo
Maximum Output | 280 kW (381 ps) / 6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque | 475 Nm (48.4 kgm) / 2,250-5,000 rpm
Transmission | 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT
Drivetrain | 4WD
Suspension Front | MacPherson Strut
Suspension Rear | Trailing Arm
Brakes Front | Ventilated Discs
Brakes Rear | Ventilated Discs
Tires Front/Rear | 235/40R18
0-100 km/h Acceleration | 4.2 seconds
Fuel Economy (JC08 mode) | 12.6 km/ℓ
Trunk Capacity | 341-1,157 ℓ
Minimum Turning Radius | 5.1 m
Price | 5.83 million yen