LITTLE RIPPER! 2022 Mercedes-AMG CLA35 Review

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[@dash-ryan]

All the best this Christmas season guys! Question: once electric AMG's appear, will they be real AMG's or not? No hand built engines on those.

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[@voyageFN]

Thank you for saying this. I feel the same way

[@ChrisRogersTheAngryChef]

Second time watching this video and I gotta tell you, I was at an Audi dealer looking at an S3. I had watched this video the night before and was already negotiating the S3 and had my checkbook in hand. Because of this video I just took a look at the CLA 35 across the street at Downtown LA Mercedes. I bought a Piano Black, loaded CLA 35. No Audi for me. You guys sold a car. No, really.

[@seanosman2555]

Awesome timing to upload this video on the same day I went to pick up my new CLA 35 AMG in Dubai. Thanks guys for the wonderful content. Wish you and your families a wonderful and happy new year

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@zacharybrady2955]

Love seeing these on the road!

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You mean two of the best! 😂

[@alexram5679]

Which one?

[@Enyalus87]

Unfortunately in my area (Colorado USA), even using Truecar I can only find this for about $58k or higher. And for a 4cyl with 300hp...That's a yikes. Rather save 5k and go with a G70. Cadillac same issue though. CT4-V's going for 60-65k, which is wiiiiiild.

[@Travis73917]

Yea id rather get cla45 amg .. looks better and more hp . The g70 backseat room was a no for me

[@ThePetarJukic]

58k is an amazing price, in my country they are AT LEAST 70k

[@alexion7160]

G70 is shit mechanically . all suspension is stamped steel . You're better off going with the 2022 audi S3, just launched. all aluminium suspension set up . You're better off going with a m240i 2022. Bmw has a inline-6 382hp ( although it dynos at 412hp so much estimate it makes 450 at the crank. ITs a bmw thing , they always underrate their engines on paper for emissions.

[@alexion7160]

@@Travis73917 2022 Rs3 5cyliinder turbo > A45s . 5 cylinder over a 4 cylinder all day , and the 2022 rs3 is quicker . Way quicker . People getting 3.4-3.5 seconds 0-60 with the RS3 , which is almost supercar territory. Also , if im staying in a close price range as the A35 , im going with a M240i . inline-6 cylinder turbo over a 4 cylinder turbo

[@keirinmaster]

For the money, I'd just get a used Focus RS (that's handled the intake manifold recall) and save the rest of the money for tires.

[@DDLNX]

I have a 2019 A35 AMG Hatch. Love it. In the real world rapid and faster than you really need. Pops and bang available for the childish. Interior way beyond the competition. I now have a real issue, what to replace it with? A45s might be only choice?

[@Damlace]

Let me buy your A35🎉

[@daniellinaresmarzullo7096]

The performance seats are actually better believe it or not i got them on my 45 and i love them! You can also inflate/deflate lumbar and side bolsters.

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[@Makiyura]

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[@Eddie-loves-cars]

Love you Straight Pipes, no matter the vehicle it is always entertaining to watch these videos.

[@BrianJones-es4ex]

I'm over pops...Smiling while hearing pops lol

[@MLHunt]

The word coupe, as applied to motor vehicles, has become so elastic in its application as to be vacuous. When someone refers to something as a coupe I still don't know how it's constructed until I see it.

[@Schmitzelhaus]

Don´t let them catch you with their stupid marketing, imo the old categorization never changed. If something has more than 2 doors, it´s a sedan. Just some frameless windows don´t make it a coupe suddenly.

[@xfiringsquadx]

@@Schmitzelhaus Do you consider an Audi A5 Sportback a sedan, coupe, hatchback or do you consider a Sportback it's own new classification? I bought one this year and I've always considered it a sedan with a hatch but with the amount of people telling me it looks like a "sports car" I'm starting to see why some might put it in the ballpark of a coupe.

[@JTube571]

Coupe is 2 doors. Plain and simple.

[@evanneiswanger]

@@xfiringsquadx I think a sportback is it’s own category, which is pretty much a 4-door hatch. I say a coupe only has two doors… regardless of what these manufacturers say

[@xfiringsquadx]

@@evanneiswanger I agree. I consider it a 4 door hatch. However, in situations when I have to describe how it looks, I say "hatch-sedan" since it still slopes down in the back. When I describe it as a 4 door hatch, some people tend to think I'm describing something that looks like a GTI, Crosstrek or CT 200h. And it doesn't even remotely look like anyone of those. It's just gotten too ridiculous with all the categorizations these days.

[@Azkeroth]

LOL the shoutout to Toto and Michael, loved it!

[@peytonyoutubee]

Darn, so the new Integra might be a Coupe(technically hahaha)!!!

[@VQSeries]

I liked the intro mixed with that music and cinematography, for this car, keep up the good work guys

[@TheGamerShowsYou]

Even though I was hoping for a CLA-45 AMG which you guys already did (wanted to see your reactions to new model), I still watched this entire video

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@dreamcrusher112]

As heavy as an F80 M3 - this thing ain't 'little'. Too heavy for 300 hp

[@TheStraightPipes]

It is little inside! Lol

[@damilolaakanni]

Unfortunately for North America, Europe gets a 400HP version of this engine. The AMG CLA 45 is close though.

[@questionyourself718]

@@damilolaakanni No we dont? the cla35 has 306hp in europe.

[@SM-1010]

@@questionyourself718 Europe gets the 45s version with 400+hp

[@soccer73985]

@@SM-1010 so does North America….

[@TZ281]

With 20% tint I think the yellow with black trim would look hard

[@roarbahamut9866]

Affortable dream car. My neighbour has one and its just a looker. Gonna buy one used in 1-2 years.

[@roarbahamut9866]

Nearly 2 years later: Im gonna take delivery of a 2022 Taycan in a couple of weeks. Turns out you can reach even higher if you keep working towards your dream ;D

[@jakubgoralczyk7759]

@@roarbahamut9866 Amazing update, how's the Taycan?

[@jermainejpshepherd2778]

I like the way it looks. Just wish it wasn't FWD based tho.

[@SkyyMi]

Same

[@CP-vg4vy]

Its a very good chassis so even though its fwd based, it handles very good.

[@questionyourself718]

@@CP-vg4vy true, i also like rwd in pretty much every scenario more than fwd but there ARE fwd chasis that handle pretty good. Honda Civic Type R and Renault Megane RS Trophy are two others that come to Mind.

[@alexrussia7561]

@@questionyourself718 and veloster N

[@myemailiscool]

i have the A35 and in 18 months of daily driving i've never ever thought "damn this FWD based AWD system sucks". always grips on public roads, which is good enough for me. my $.02

[@alexanderfpv6655]

08:16 This is the most Canadian way to say GTFO with your rose gold.

[@sgm4545]

ive been look at this car everyday

[@trcs3079]

I've the 2020 CLA 35 amg, with aero package, amg performance package seats, and communications package for a total of 114,000 AUD, yes my country is expensive haha. Worth it.

[@philb707]

Thats 82,000 US . Holy hell! You were better off buying a used E-63 wagon.

[@trcs3079]

​@@philb707 could buy used, but i get warranty and free service for 3 or so years

[@brandonl4178]

Sup guys blessed to spend another xmas watching yall! Happy holidays

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@makatron]

For the price, I'd rather save a bit more and get the real deal with the CLA45s AMG.

[@sgm4545]

The grill is worth it!! The rear too.

[@Cruor34]

Agreed. I'd rather spend a lot less to get a SLIGHTLY worse car, or spend more to get a much better one.

[@makatron]

@@Cruor34 yeah just get the CLA200 (250) and get basically the same car.

[@makatron]

@@sgm4545 the panamericana grill looks just gorgeous

[@JonathonBarton]

1:24 Technically? No, not at all. 4 doors makes it a _sedan_ . Having 4 doors is the very _definition_ of a sedan. Having 2 doors is the very definition of a coupe. _That's_ the bright line that distinguishes the two, guys - not some swoopy roof line primarily dictated by ever more slippery aerodynamic requirements.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Swoops looks… I’ll let it be called a coupe

[@denismichel3622]

It’s just a marketing gimmick but they do call it a four door coupe go figure anyway….

[@JoinMax]

Finally!!!! Someone reviewing my car

[@TheStraightPipes]

Your car is sick

[@maximus9401]

I don't think it's called a shooting brake

[@TheStraightPipes]

Shooting brake cla are amazing

[@JoinMax]

@thestraightpipes thank you so much guys!!!

[@drepar3359]

The shooting brake is best looking one

[@SmkAslt]

Got my 2023 on order. Cannot wait to drive it.

[@Sedonapass]

Thank you for this, wanted to see yr opinion on this! My affordable dream car in 5 years time!!!

[@jonlosito2004]

When is the new 2022 WRX or Elantra N review ?. So many people reviewed these cars last week or two.

[@lilpsack7194]

little ripper is how i describe the chug on my rigs lol

[@davidjamgochian]

Great Reading

[@Ismail_hossain.432]

Speechless what a masterpiece creation of iconic marvelous engineering

[@BorborCarzola]

That background song was dope

[@mr.t7274]

i see the CLA comes in Prowler yellow...niceeee

[@Fly15Guy]

Got one of these for 48 so much fun to drive 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@tonypelillo9366]

Love the video and the way you guys drive this car. This will definitely be my next car.

[@TheNORegretShow]

Not gonna lie. That opening beat was dope.

[@bannerman3553]

OBD app can modify DRL lights so u can set them always on (with light selector in off) so in evening the DRLs stay on without the auto lights coming on.

[@DreamerByDay95]

So pretty and I love how angelic Mercedes has been looking these days.

[@vindevhunta4905]

Nice car..love the paint job

[@PhillyDee215]

💢THAT COLOR IS EYE CATCHING😎

[@drgsobers909]

love seeing the launches from the road...

[@uidr]

1:00 WOW the crafter is from Turkey

[@Rick2010100]

The problem with this low displacement high power turbo engines is that they did not get old. The high compression kills gaskets and the turbos are often done after 80k miles.

[@masterofThardus]

Depends on how it's built. Building methods and materials have gotten a lot better over the years. We've had the tech for 300+hp 2L engines for a long time now, as Mitsubishi and others have proved. There's a reason companies have waited until now to build them in significant numbers.

[@RagingCoolCat]

☝ oh what's that? More b.s from someone who hasn't owned one of these so you make up something to talk bad about? Why am I not surprised 😒 I'm going to keep enjoying (*almost*) the most powerful 4cyl 2.0l engine ever as I go well into these 100k

[@sreenathjuttu]

The F1 reference was funny! LoL! "No Mikey, that is so not right"

[@Hayden-se9hy]

My gf has regular CLA 250 2020, and the cornering is so bad with understeer almost got in accident twice overdoing it on the street... I hope this AMG 35 is much better than that.

[@Hayden-se9hy]

Yeah. I own Veloster N, and regular veloster, They both are much more confident in cornering. I was trying to drive it like I drive the N, and it was not a good idea.

[@greef_karga6402]

I felt the same way too, I did not feel confident at all cornering with that thing…most reviews commend on how fun and sharp it is to drive for some reason

[@MLHunt]

@@greef_karga6402 @Hayden Interesting. I've never driven either CLA or a Veloster -- not really a sports "coupe" guy -- but it does seem to me that journos generally tout CLAs as sharp-handling cars. Why do you think that is?

[@Hayden-se9hy]

@@MLHunt I'm not sure. I'm not an expert, but maybe it's cause I'm driving veloster N, and comparing to it in corners I just feel much more confident in N. I personally don't enjoy driving CLA other than nice interior, comfortable drive. But even comparing regular veloster 2012 vs CLA 250 non AMG trim, I think regular veloster still does much better cornering than CLA 250. Idk how this AMG 35 trim feels though.

[@timonxDlol]

@@Hayden-se9hy the 35 handles completely different and it‘s actually really nice, but still not oversteering. It‘s not just a bigger engine, but the whole suspension and rigidity have been redone. It feels much better. It also depends a lot on tires and I would never recommend a FWD Merc. Even the haldex 4wd isn‘t too great but the small AMGs can work with it. The real Merc experience begins with the C Class, the cla is just a cheaper way to get in the merc world and only really fun as AMG, especially the 45s is insane. The base CLAs are just not made for performance driving so it‘s no wonder you were disappointed by it if that‘s what you want.

[@alexpraveen6591]

Love this channel ! Absolutely the best. Could u please do a review on the new Glc 53 amg coupe !

[@nycmaverick]

Why can't we get the hatch in the States???????

[@ahmadumar7053]

Wow I love your videos

[@ahmadumar7053]

Merry Christmas

[@dorianvick8932]

Jacob with the two tone Datejust!!!! I see ya! 👍🏿

[@biggwanninGEESKI]

I have the 2021 Got it to a stage 2 its a amazing entry sports car. Really good.

[@Rmalikk]

What’s your 0-60 with stage 2?

[@ollietaylor473]

Super cool car for the price, especially if you want to fly under the radar a but more than getting a Cla 45. In my opinion all AMG’s are real AMG’s it’s just that some are more hardcore than others.

[@questionyourself718]

this isnt about opinions. Its an objective fact. AMG = Handmade Engine by AMG. The Cla doesnt have a handmade Engine by amg but just the cla250 engine with a tune. So its not a AMG. Just as an M440/M240i isnt a real M-Car or an Audi S3/S4/s6 and so on isnt a real audi RS Car.

[@eyunseville1310]

@@questionyourself718 so Mercedes amg f1 is not a real amg because its not a hand build. ok now tell me. is mitsubishi galant amg is real amg or not? are the hp number not justify the performance of this car to make this an amg? amg is not about just a hand build engine or high replacement engine only. is about driving performance. literally.

[@chrisbraun1212]

@@questionyourself718 this car does not have a tuned CLA250 engine. It’s a new engine for the AMG 35 lineup. At least Google it before you comment.

[@Mario-hp2zb]

@@questionyourself718 I become dumber just by reading your comment xD

[@questionyourself718]

@@Mario-hp2zb why? cant handle facts? sorry but the cla35 uses the same engine as the cla250.

[@moonsapling]

As a European, I am happy to see that small sporty sedans are getting attention in North America.

[@SebastianJaime-f7v]

This car is amazing for the price here in the us it’s going for easily 35k with low miles going to be picking mine up soon seen one with red interior & thinking on getting it 🙏🏼

[@jj481012]

New Integra lookin fresh.

[@ricbrown5002]

My neighbor has a a CLA 45 and it's badazz

[@anushadeepanipremathilake8154]

merry christmas jacob and yuri?

[@ViewtifulTj]

In 2022, can we get more split screen side by sides when you're making comparisons? I can't remember all the tiny changes when you're referencing a model

[@AlumarsX]

Yo Yuri where'd you get that bomb hoodie?

[@arkas150]

Personally the 235i looks so much nicer, then the S3, then the CLA35 $66190 and no heated steering wheel...Seriously!!!! Since you pointed out the rear bumper thingys :) Thats first thing I see everytime I look at this car. Great review!

[@dreknows]

Ya s3 looks garbage I don't like it's look

[@brandobatel]

I just bought a brand new 2022 s3 fully loaded...then i see this. Fml

[@GeraldLaz38]

I've owned both and your S3 is the superior vehicle. You aren't missing out at all.

[@brandobatel]

@@GeraldLaz38 Thanks. This is reassuring 👍

[@renoleon8298]

Nice review. This CLA 35 is an attempted balance between sporty feature, daily use and budget. But I mean 66k CAD (started at) has a lot of better choices regardless of the badge.

[@sgm4545]

Give me couple exemple if you dont mind. 👀

[@piecechang6386]

I would rather get a clubman JCW

[@phobruh1787]

This or the TLX type S? They’re similar price in my market

[@CP-vg4vy]

Its very good but its too expensive, I agree.

[@TTOORROONNTTOOful]

@@sgm4545 bmw m240i

[@michaeljunior6770]

Real fans know this was shot long ago

[@TheStraightPipes]

Actually no lol

[@JTM610]

So much for the real fans

[@mentorameti4717]

That Rolex though 😍 🔥

[@jjeter1]

Happy Holidays! Looks classy sporty and that yellow goes well with it.

[@one4me03]

I hope you guys get the chance to review the EQS 53 🤞

[@BlackDim100]

If it had a hatch trunk it would be on my radar.

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

This car does derive from the A-Class, and there is an A35 in Mercedes's Catalog

[@theringer6387]

what about the golf R instead of paying 66k :o for less equipements and no space in the back...

[@sgm4545]

Its not fair. Golf infotainment is horrible compare to this spacecraft. The exterior look is good on the golf but this cla is almost the best looking car. Especially the 45 (10k more expensive). Plus you get the badge. The badge come with respect, the wow effect and the 🐱 effect if you know what i mean 😜. Enthusiasts will look at the golf and be like oh nice car. Cla will give you the (oh shitttt that’s you car) from everybody even rich people.

[@tommyolsen8224]

LOVE THAT CAR🔥🥵

[@iflyforfree]

So I will void the entire warranty on this car if I remove those ridiculous bumperetts?

[@GoadedGoblin]

Been thinking of buying one of these but everyone reviews the 45 only. So hype for this video!

[@vastworldknowledge]

Hope y’all review the new 2022 C-Class

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

Isn't it just basically a facelift of the 2021, which was a facelift of the 2019

[@vastworldknowledge]

@@Daniel-dj7fh no, from what I’ve seen so far they’ve redone the entire dash in the interior and a few things here and there.

[@dreknows]

I can't wait 4 mine 3rd week Feb built I'll hoping I have it in March

[@BBarryx]

Greetings from Turkey I love you!

[@nathanmarshall4355]

Honestly the beats at the beginning of each video are dope and I keep adding them to my playlist haha!

[@funnyguy1321]

Damn, for around that price you could get a well equipped G70 with awd.

[@SeanyMacks]

And be much less entertained while driving. 🙄

[@funnyguy1321]

@@SeanyMacks I don't know how being slower, more expensive (to buy and maintain ), and more generic looking is somehow more entertaining?

[@SeanyMacks]

@@funnyguy1321 go drive the car and you'll find out for yourself.

[@funnyguy1321]

​@@SeanyMacks Ill find out that...I'll look at the sticker. See it MSRPs at 55k. See the markup of over probably 20k to I have seen some benz dealers try 40k). See that it has secret buttholes all over the dash(lol jk) plus piano black to smudge up while trying to navigate the menus. See that it doesn't even have cooled seats in a luxury car, and ask myself. "Do I really want to spend that much on a car? I mean...it's probably really fun to drive. It'll probably hurt my credit score just to test drive this thing. Nah, I'll just go get the G70 AWD. "

[@SeanyMacks]

@@funnyguy1321 all this talking but you just won't go and try one. lol

[@wolfqlf2287]

In Europe we don’t get the mustache looking thing on the rear lmao

[@weirdshibainu]

Mercedes should do a paint to sample of Yuri's pullover.

[@ocman11]

Where you getting these intro songs? I want to hear more!

[@migy5031]

I love the fact that Yuri and Jakub follow F1. 👌

[@TheStraightPipes]

Kimi is best and I'll miss him - Jakub

[@SeanyMacks]

How come you guys say you really like the looks of this car... but then in your CLA45 video you say you do NOT really like the looks of the CLA45... but they're basically the same car????!???!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Yellow paint, and time

[@tfmotion2070]

Quick question what track do you guys use for your videos

[@rexjoshproductions1279]

you guys need to review a GLA 45 now. complete the set

[@newton2105]

I was admiring the Datejust on jubilee bracelet more than the car lol

[@TheStraightPipes]

🥰

[@1209MArky]

Will you guys be getting the Elantra or Kona N for review?

[@subaru4me]

I'm currently in Spain and have been seeing the wagon version of this car and it looks good. Is it not coming to North America?

[@TheStraightPipes]

Naw we don’t get that

[@dubsessed9790]

Yuri: i'll take rose gold please, it will match my peach and pink hoodie! Jakub: 🤐

[@labornurse]

I saw a Hertz version of this car displayed in the airport. At first I thought it was a Civic, lol.

[@TheStraightPipes]

It was the integra

[@hankmoody6996]

I wish we got the shooting brake !

[@dct124]

You guys could just change the tire pressure if you want oversteer

[@Dampfdidas]

What is a coupppp? You mean Coupé? ;)

[@TheStraightPipes]

Is this the opposite

[@KenanGedik]

What's the camera car?

[@samgao]

Funny how this looks like a last gen Hyundai g70. And the new g70 looks like last gen merc

[@sofullcole]

Me in Arizona 😊

[@jo_magpie]

Wears a tee-shirt in winter to show off his two tone gold Rolex... But a yellow Mercedes is too "Show off" 😂😂

[@TheStraightPipes]

I wore a t shirt to show off my beautiful eyes

[@KP-xi4bj]

Those aren't bumperettes, those are tumors on the rear bumper! LMAO

[@TheStraightPipes]

😂

[@KP-xi4bj]

@@TheStraightPipes What was MB thinking?