A45 S v A35 Dragparison: Race, sound comparison, 1/4 mile, brake test & styling review Mercedes-AMG

[@CarExpertAus]

If you'd like to see our full A45 S detailed review, head here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qprJkH-Xlqufm9E

[@theoneandonly6830]

Absolutley excellent review and video. Straight to the point and all the tests us viewers like to see. Definately will be subsribing and look forward to seeing more tests like this with BMW's and Audis like M550 vs M5 and S6 vs RS6 etc

[@J.T.G.E]

Sometimes you just have to appreciate a good video and the amazing quality! Keep up the good work, really nice channel!!!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks guys, really appreciate it!

[@flosfitnesstv]

I subscribed the second you said "meter" and "kmh", greetings from Germany 🙏

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, thanks, mate! We prefer metric but always try and offer imperial measurements on screen for the US viewers :-D

[@amirhosseinshirkhanlou9032]

Trueeeeee no more miles😂

[@Feeeeerg]

@@CarExpertAus We use Imperial and Metric in the UK, just to confuse everyone. Including ourselves.

[@jdavidblais]

Flos FitnessTV Lollll

[@naturalbornhuman3450]

CarExpert most of us Europeans except for brits are grateful for metric 😅

[@gureno19]

I've got high hopes for this channel! We really need a professional Aussie "Carwow" style channel, that isn't biased and reading straight from the manufacturer's brief sheet, like alot of the mainstream automotive media channels have become (as you'd know).

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks @gureno19! We appreciate it. We have plenty of plans for even more content like this once the world goes back to normal :-D

[@dsellars]

@@CarExpertAus I agree, fantastic review, subscribed!

[@HaultRxst]

As long as they don't end up being bias like Carwow

[@هولوکاستدروغین]

@@CarExpertAus bmw X4m competition vs glc63 drag race🙏 M135 vs A35 drag race 👌

[@kacperlis5321]

I agree, it was very accurate and real test, better then drag race on carwow!

[@edwardluo2142]

Thank you for doing 0-100 without launch control! Much more representative of real world performance. Hopefully you can do it for all cars in future.

[@CarExpertAus]

No worries, Edward! Yeah I agree - nobody dials up launch control at the traffic lights waiting to blast away! I've never used it in my cars unless I've been performance timing. We'll make sure we'll keep rolling these out.

[@paulchen3585]

I recently purchased the A35 sedan in mojave silver. Absolutely love it. They A45 was just a little to aggressive as my everyday drive and I just think the sedan version looks a lot better. Both are great cars though.

[@CarExpertAus]

Congrats on the purchase!

[@danielshim7550]

A35 hands down. Im saving my 23k mate.

[@TheR3negadeMaster]

Exactly, can modify the exhaust, quad rear diffuser, remap and extend wheel arches for under 6k

[@theresonly1truth138]

I see potential for this channel. Keep up the good work

[@CarExpertAus]

I appreciate it!

[@zexianquek4952]

Seen alot of A35 & A45 comparison, but none other have breakdown to such detail like u did! Very enjoyable to watch, auto subscribe!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Zexian - we really appreciate it!

[@ahmedalan720]

Wow what an excellent presentation love this no nonsense presenter and amazing layout. Definitely have to subscribe. Please keep up the excellent work!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Ahmed - really appreciate it!

[@sambaldock933]

I love driving my A35, perfect car to introduce me to the AMG family. Country roads are what this car is made for, just sticks to the road and pulls your around the corners. Even found with sport handling and if its wet you can force the back wheels out and drift it.

[@CarExpertAus]

Right on!

[@sambaldock933]

@@CarExpertAus a45s would be amazing but let's be honest lots of people will crash this car. Lots of power in a very light and agile car will have to be one hell of a driver to really push that car to its limit

[@1983jumbo]

A45s is in top o the league but a35 is slightly better than Golf R

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed, Berk!

[@niklasritter1]

But the A35 is way more expensive as an golf r

[@cmpillred277]

@@niklasritter1 In which market? in the UK they are pretty much the same price and I know which one I would buy and it doesn't begin with a G.

[@urbanmystify]

In Malaysia, the Golf R is cheaper by about AUD20k.

[@aziemjim]

@@urbanmystify agreed

[@TheTechGiantYouTube]

A few weeks ago we ordered an A45s Plus in Sun Yellow with the Yellow stripped seats,can't wait for it to turn up and it should sit nicely alongside our ( weekend toy) Mitsubishi Evo X which runs around the same sort of power.The A45s will however be our new daily driver and will replace the Mrs older A Class,that means she can now collect my beers from the supermarket twice as fast as before ! I will have to teach the Mrs how to launch the car properly as she liked the way it launched when we test drove it,mind you the Mercedes sales guys face was a picture when after the test drive he asked me if i liked the car and i said yes it was VERY good when we launched it,he went white as a sheet and chin hit the floor lol,but he soon got his colour back and wasn't bothered when i agreed to place an order for it there and then,the car only had 300 miles on the clock and wasn't run in,but it was by the time i finished with it lol .

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, very nice. Love it!

[@wernerbloemwagen6878]

Nice, fresh approach mate - love your clear & concise inserts - makes it a cinch to follow & compare - keep up the miles of smiles ánd the great work!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Jan! Appreciate the feedback 😁

[@AlexanderCardini.]

Stage 1 for the A 35 amg, gain 75hp more

[@razhim]

I‘ve got the a45s in irridium silver, with aero 💪🏼

[@CarExpertAus]

Nice one, @Razhim - how are you liking it?

[@mthunzidube1423]

specifying the start times for each section, there's something lve always wished to see :-)

[@CarExpertAus]

Glad you like it, @Mthunzi!

[@sirraduu]

I got the A35 when it came out in red, I feel it's the only color that goes well with the back lights, it's a great deal when it comes to monthly payment versus quality and performance, I love it

[@msislam4916]

I subscribed because I love the idea of the timing where it says if you want to watch drag race or anything else drag race or break test time during the video

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate, we appreciate it!

[@kpcassell419]

Great video. FYI, I'm in UK, I was looking through my personalised Google news feed and your video came up on car throttle. You seem like a pleasant guy, not annoying to listen to (schmee150 and his squeaky voice) and you're not a chav (English term for tracksuit wearing, baseball cap loving, earring etc. Great all round 👍. That new A45S is amazing at the quarter mile! I have the previous version CLA 45 Shooting Brake and want to upgrade in a year. Your video has confirmed it for me. Thanks.

[@CarExpertAus]

😅😅 this comment made me laugh! Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching, Kevin!

[@GJB21]

Great video, wouldn’t of expected such good quality from a small channel like this

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks Giovanni! Feel free to subscribe and share to help us grow 😁

[@Tsahalal]

Great review and the use of the metric system is very much appreciated! ❤️👍🏼

[@CarExpertAus]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bigp500pb]

Sound like pure vacuum cleaners

[@CarExpertAus]

Dyson or LG? 😅

[@iKyroja]

@@CarExpertAus a chinese dyson fake

[@IT-28]

Cos it’s an AMG for all the broke ppl who like to feel included.... previous years AMG focus on exclusive clientele but now everyone wants a piece of the pie and AMG saw a way to make a profit 🤷‍♂️

[@gabrielpaltridge5802]

Isaac Thomas EU regulations have changed. That’s why super car manufacturers are switching to hybrids. Every european car from 2020 onwards will sound worst than what they used too.

[@AKK5I]

The Real Driving Simulator

[@jjs8046]

Haven't seen better review/comparison of any cars on YT! Great job!

[@swanblake]

Such a well done video. Great work! Appreciate the exhaust comparisons as well as the launch control vs no launch control. No one does that and it's great to see. Thank you

[@CarExpertAus]

Much appreciated! Thank you, Blake! We will include a no launch control run in all future performance timing. Nobody really dials up launch control when they take off...it's really just a feature for motoring journalists to get thrills 😅

[@sodazman]

Love how honest this channel is. Keep it up!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks man! We appreciate it :-D

[@zigadiboom982]

A good succinct no BS comparison review style that will undoubtedly gain in popularity. Well done.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, mate! Appreciate it.

[@tonypammen6150]

I’ve got the A35 in mountain grey no aero, premium plus. plenty quick enough for UK roads. A good comparison btw.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Tony. Glad you're enjoying your car! And you're right, UK roads are narrow! I can't imagine an A45 S on them.

[@tsbm9]

great review, straight to the tests, none of that 'quirks an features' de muro description that drags on interminably.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks - appreciate it!

[@davidlee3107]

Why compare this to doug’s videos when all he does is review cars, not drag race?

[@nebisam]

dude you deserve why more subscribers, hope they come soon

[@CarExpertAus]

I appreciate that!

[@MrBuurh]

The reason the cars sound so quite is the new emission laws in Europe, shame really because they could sound so much better.

[@CarExpertAus]

That's true, the problem is we don't have the Petrol Particulate Filter (PPF) fitted for Australia, so I was hoping it would sound a little better. But it doesn't sound like it makes much of a difference unfortunately!

[@carlosvales8697]

@@CarExpertAus Makes you wonder can you do A45s vs C43 amg (the 400 ps version). Price is the same

[@Benji5PoT]

4 cylinders sound shit

[@travis8665]

@@Benji5PoT What do you drive dropkick?

[@Benji5PoT]

@@travis8665 T5 Volvo

[@jxshrodgers]

Old shape A45 any day, still have mine and loving it.

[@asifmohammad2978]

Looks dated. Old Shape cla45>a45

[@Rosh.01]

Never heard Paul swear in a review. A45S must be fast pickup! Great reviews mate, love them all.

[@thomasev1787]

Loving the new channel.

[@Dx-so7jm]

OMG ! As soon as you tested 0-100 without launch control i had to subscribe , nobody shows those numbers , the rest of the video was top notch as well. But i honestly think those acceleration numbers without launch will get alot of peoples attention

[@dushyantx]

You guys are getting better.

[@CarExpertAus]

😁 TY!

[@Jefferyy]

My guy got an insta sub for the "Here are the timestamps to jump ahead"

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate!

[@peace4myheart]

All your videos are great. Love your commentary.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks buddy! Really appreciate it.

[@danimatico]

Is nice to see this video after owning an A35 and then the A45s that I actually still have. Thanks for making this video and inspiring me to buy the A45s, is a complete beast in a pocket size.

[@gregm5134]

Great entertaining review Paul! Just waiting to pick up my A35 very soon. A45 not for me, just too wild for what I'm after

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Greg! Glad you enjoyed it. And enjoy your A35, mate - which colour did you end up getting?

[@gregm5134]

@@CarExpertAus Denim blue with the optional black 19's'

[@ryandevillers214]

Subscribed! More of this please!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Ryan! We have a fun one coming up soon with the M8 Competition :-D

[@Mike.3GS]

just imagine a tune on the a45.😱😱

[@CarExpertAus]

😲 beast mode!

[@MrJeremydagorn]

I read somewhere that a german team did it. Pull out 600 hp on it and "safe" they said

[@justina9914]

500hp the engine will break

[@MrJeremydagorn]

@@justina9914 Wow then i'm sure i'm gonna trust in you because you're the best mechanics here. Just check "renntech" before saying stupids things bigger than you are

[@justina9914]

@@MrJeremydagorn oh sorry I don't spend 5 hours a day on the Internet researching tunes big man. You must be very smart, I bet you are the chief mechanic at cosworth or something

[@Samboslice1]

Easily the best car reviewer on KZbin

[@CarExpertAus]

Thank you, mate!

[@HakRomero]

Brilliant review, quality, editing 🙌🏾👌🏾

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate!

[@osrsyambo]

Just bought the a35 in iridium silver with the night package.. it's absolutely amazing!

[@strawboi]

Nice video mate!! Wish you do more of these comparison

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Rong! We will try organise more of these :-D

[@ivanivanov-oi6kl]

Dude i love your channel you are real no emotions about where the cars come from, (like 99% od other car channels) thank you keep up the good work. Got my subscribe 👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Ivan! Appreciate it 😁

[@paulglowacz1765]

Really enjoyed this video....Very informative, entertaining and interesting....Very well done....I have now subscribed and you have got a new fan in NZ....Keep up the awesome work 👍....and that's from a Mk 7 Golf R owner...👌

[@CarExpertAus]

Thank you, mate! We really appreciate it - and the subscription!

[@zoltak_dj]

I would love to see an 2019 A45 and stage2 tuned A45 against the A45S and the A35 👍🏻

[@CarExpertAus]

That’d be interesting to see! Which one do you think would win?

[@zoltak_dj]

CarExpert A45 stock in between the A35 and A45S. The stage2 A45 is the wild card

[@dragivasilev3636]

3.8k subscribers and this channel is posting videos that good. I am happy to be one of the first subscribers because this channel will have millions, trust me

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, @No One, we really appreciate it!

[@alirizvi4645]

Damn this the 2nd video I've seen from your channel and I really loved it ♥️ Love from Pakistan ♥️

[@Joshdavies146]

“24 mm wider” that’s the precision that I am now subscribed for

[@CwB.Dr.R]

Earned yourself a subscriber. Great review. Keep it up!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thank you, mate! Really appreciate it :-D

[@zefcade7208]

I've purchased an A35 Sedan (Denim Blue) and must say it sounds louder in real life than what you hear in this video. Otherwise this is an excellent comparison and well made video, great presenting style!

[@Car1750]

Got A35 in mountain grey just before A45s was around 😀

[@LivingLifeSlower]

But the reality being you went for the A35 as that's the maximum of your affordability.

[@supaahflyy]

@@LivingLifeSlower just leave

[@abdelrahmanzahran8241]

Love how you go directly through important stuff without much boring talking. Keep it up mate

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks Abdo!

[@MegaStylex]

Loved the video and the presentation! Really cool and chill guys. Subbed

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, mate! We appreciate it.

[@andrelima5124]

Satin grey, Iridium silver or emerald green no blackout trim package, silver multispokes 19's, no silly aeropackage Black or dark blue interior with less pianoblack as possible ! Perfect spec !

[@CarExpertAus]

It sure sounds like it :-D

[@martinriesco_]

This channel is going to blow, way better than carwow

[@gggromay]

The "panamericana grill" is named after the "Carrera Panamericana" in Mexico, same as the Porsche Panamera, and the Porsche Carrera, which pay tribute to this road race, its one of the last old school road races that is still celebrated every year to this date, pretty cool

[@nevvone3257]

Great content, very precise and without some boring intros and just straight to the point! Keep it up and cheers from a fresh subscriber :)

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, legend! We appreciate it 😁

[@jemayn]

Great video, great channel! Greetings from Germany mates :)

[@djboyracer23]

Love this channel now!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, mate!

[@Desideratus21]

Great video mate 👌🏼

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks 👍

[@BenjaminMutuku]

Great 👍🏾 review CarExpert! Love the comparison. I had an AMG A35 delivered this week, and I’ll be reviewing it this week. I’ve subscribed to your channel! Yours truly, Mercedes Benz reviewer.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Benjamin! We will be keen to check it out. Enjoy your ride!

[@thestig4408]

Car wow pay attention this is how you do a review and drag race.. With proper equipment and eliminating driver reaction etc.. Great job on this review.. Keep it up

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, @The Stig - we appreciate it!

[@dabarbequeman]

I bought my CLA 35 Shooting Brake around 2 month ago, it is pretty fast and more than enough for Switzerland :) only in Germany I can let it run sometimes. And as special offer I got 20000 off the Price from Mercedes, totally worth it.

[@CarExpertAus]

You're lucky to have access to the derestricted parts of German roads 😄

[@letseatblog8451]

I really like the concept of showing the time of the part of the video you were focusing on

[@edd8003]

I really like the concept of this channel so far. After first video I subscribed. As a non-native english speaker, I understand presenter perfectly. "Skip ahead" part is thoughtful. Using metric system is really what we were expecting. It seems like it will grow bigger and be an amazing channel. Congs. Cheers from Turkey.

[@CarExpertAus]

Awesome, thank you! And thanks for watching all the way from Turkey!

[@kensouza9239]

A45 is crazy quick. Can’t wait to see if the upcoming RS3 can stand against this one!

[@CarExpertAus]

Us too! The new RS3 will be absolutely bonkers (HOPEFULLY!) 😄

[@AngelValdovinos]

Rs3 is faster

[@HaultRxst]

@@AngelValdovinos no its not.

[@baileybonce7267]

Neither of you have any idea cos it's not out yet SMH

[@haraldsteinbrenner6547]

The rs3 is 0,300 seconds slower from 0-100km/h. So the a45s is faster than the rs3.

[@robholland290]

I’ve got the A35 in a white, I cannot see how practically the A45s would bring you anymore enjoyment on the roads, especially for almost 50% more cost

[@nickng5857]

80k vs 100k? Like 25% extra for 100% more smileys?

[@robholland290]

Nick Ng I’m in the uk mate 40k vs 60k for similar specs here.

[@nickng5857]

Rob Holland oh haha it seems most viewers here are from UK, in that case you might be start to wonder if the a45s is worth that much more for that extra traffic light launch speed lol

[@CarExpertAus]

It's a big jump in price, Rob!

[@lawrencegatt4515]

Well done Paul another great & wonderful job 🥂🍾

[@CarExpertAus]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ELCHAPODIAZ]

This is wicked bro Well done. Subscribed. Should do a more in depth one Looking at back seat room, infotainment system etc

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, mate! Check this out for a more detailed look at the A45 (including infotainment, room, etc 😁): kzbin.info/www/bejne/qprJkH-Xlqufm9E

[@ELCHAPODIAZ]

I came here to delete my comment because I saw that video just now! You're too quick 😂

[@Johnnybongo303]

I've got a red a35 no options great car....it's a big fake.... exhaust tips, engine sound and vents.....still great fun

[@CarExpertAus]

Glad you're enjoying it, John! Out of interest - if you had the chance to buy both of these again, would you stay with the A35 or fork out for the A45?

[@solefreak2]

@vkids27 Front grill, flarred arches and then you'll be there

[@OA-nc2fc]

@MasterV with the money spent on all that might aswell just get the 45 lol

[@shanghaiman666888hu]

Love ur channel, Highly recommend reviewing the new Mercedes gls63s 2022 as its getting much more popular on Aussie roads. Love the channel☺️

[@emre2na]

Nice channel thanx from Turkey

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Emre. Welcome!

[@Isclachau]

I want one, not worried which but I want one👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, well make sure you let us know if you end up buying one!

[@ytfytf1265]

Great work Paul. I'm glad you did it without launch control. Please do all test with and without launch control.

[@mann318is]

I love this kind of comparisons. Well done Thanks Personally I would choose the cheeper one...

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, @mann318is, appreciate it!

[@LQ_LQ_LQ]

I love my yellow A35, so much fun, so pretty. Love the MBUX and the interior, the assistant systems and the general quality. Oh, and don't forget the A35 has an emotion start as well!

[@paulgirling9927]

Hi there, I would dearly love either car but so expensive. At present I have a golf R

[@krzysiekmistycznyk2207]

5:08 Mate why do you race a car in sport+? Race mode would be a lot of faster!

[@CarExpertAus]

Good question. We tried race mode too, but it was the same result. We cut it out of the final edit because it just repeated Sport+ mode 😁

[@borgejoh]

With full throttle, it really doesn‘t matter. Race Mode is more important for the downshifts as in a full race you have to be in the lowest gear possible at all times. Sport+ doesn‘t provide that.

[@formentorvz5]

This is exactly what car guys want to see, keep doing it :)

[@CarExpertAus]

😁

[@dimi699]

It’s nice to see “VIC” plates!! You’ve got yourself a new subscriber! Keep the EV and AMG content pumping! Also, if you can create content around how a person can buy, lease, rent cars it would be helpful - for example with Mercedes, maybe you could explain what Agility finance is or what Simplicity finance is etc. Or like Tesla and their 7 years finance. Or like Toyota on their 4 year guaranteed buyback etc. In a nutshell, could you show the different ways car companies can get me in their cars even though I have a modest wage? I know finance is boring, but you guys seem to have the power to make anything fun. Really happy for you guys. Best of luck.

[@CarExpertAus]

Great idea Lacan! Let me look into that. I need to make sure we don’t get into trouble for giving financial advice, but it’s worth covering.

[@cargenius4619]

good review, reminds me of Matt Watson, keep it up

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks! We appreciate it 😁

[@milinddixit6583]

Normally I wouldn't like a blocked vent on one side, and a real one on the other. But I think it works with the A45 - looks like a custom built monster.

[@CarExpertAus]

Definitely :-D looks like it means business.

[@christianwold]

I would get ocd because of it 😅

[@AhmadHassan-nm4xu]

Really Awesome Comparison 👍❤️

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks buddy!

[@88theps3user]

Fantastic review mate!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks a ton!

[@nz7555]

Super test!

[@CarExpertAus]

😁 thanks!

[@scottlee5835]

Subscribed !! Go Aussie !!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, mate!

[@PK075]

Awesome video Paul 💪💪💪👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Thank you; mate!

[@Lotus.F]

Both really nice and fast cars, wouldn't mind either.

[@CarExpertAus]

Us too! 😁

[@ahx1314]

I think a35 is a clever purchase!

[@CarExpertAus]

👏

[@nabtune]

I'm a new subscriber from South Africa 😎

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks for joining us! 😁

[@mangewide]

Awesome video!, yes tried the A35 in Sweden and waiting for a test for the A45s. Hope is not as good, because it is crazy expensive :)

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, I think the A35 is the better all rounder - the A45 may be quicker, but that tyre roar through the cabin is just too much sometimes.

[@moon.trance]

Amazing quality for 4k subs channel. Great job, good luck!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, @Moontrance. Really appreciate it!

[@Blackfang_12]

Great informative video! My personal opinion would be buying the A35 and spending the 20k tuning it!

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, that's a good point! You could turn it into a little missile with $20k of changes under the bonnet.

[@christiantaranto995]

Hi mate I’ve got an A45s in diamond white and it’s such a step up from my old C43

[@CarExpertAus]

Very nice! The white on black would look nice! 😁

[@I_am_Monty]

Fabulous review and very detailed. I would probably get the A35 if I was in the market for one and get a good tune up with some pops and bangs

[@CarExpertAus]

Thank you!

[@shannonmccartan4070]

Great video mate. Would be good to do a rolling race also, plus can you do a rolling race with the ZL1 and R-Spec Mustang? 😊

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks! We will try and include rolling races for future videos. We'll try get our hands on the Camaro and Mustang :-D

[@shannonmccartan4070]

@@CarExpertAus Sounds good, carsales done a drag between the ZL1 and Mustang R-spec but didn't do the rolling run. I think this would be more interesting and fairer. I have purchased an R-spec so also keen to see some rolling runs :-)

[@sabahfahad7742]

For such a small car it is amazing,the launch is as fast as a bullet!

[@archerd9484]

those wheels on the 35 look so much better than the ones on the 45 though

[@CarExpertAus]

True!