Mercedes CLA Coupé 45 AMG FULL REVIEW test driven 381 hp Mercedes-AMG

Presenting you the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC Coupé (that’s the official model name as Mercedes wants it…) including launch control 0-100 km/h 0-60 mph.
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[@autogefuehl]

If you wonder why we didnt go on the racetrack, only A-Class AMG were meant for the racetrack that day, and we already did a racetrack feature with the A-Class Facelift here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5XEn4SqgLhqobc

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[@bikesatnav6497]

This was a brilliant review and first class camera work! I will be watching this channel a lot now, so thank you Thomas. I own this car (2017 model) and have done for over a year, so I wanted to say a few of my thoughts on it for anyone that might be interested in buying one. First thing's first, this car is not expensive by performance car standards. Mine was £48k (about €57k) with lots of extras, looks utterly awesome and gives me 0-60 in 4.2 seconds. It's also AWD and whilst I totally agree it's not Mercedes finest interior, it's streets ahead of the interiors of other hot hatches / hot small saloons out there. I agree though, it’s not as good as a top spec C class. You're looking at £70k minimum for a new C63 with a few basic extras and much more likely £80k with all the right stuff in there. So you just can't compare these cars (even though a lot fo people do). A hand assembled 2.0 engine with almost 400bhp is clearly AMG working its magic. Yep - it isn't a V8 monster with that burble. However, I always get comments in all walks of life about how awesome it sounds. I've had a few people say they don't like it too, so I get it's not for everyone. I also get 36mpg on the motorway but can keep up with / beat almost anything else you put against me, which I think is great. Mine has 4 modes (Individual, Comfort, Sports and Sports+). Sports+ (auto) or Individual (manual auto) has lightning responsiveness and you just need to keep it above 2,500 revs (which you would be doing if you're going bananas in it). Otherwise just select comfort and it's tame(ish) and gear changing is slower and the turbo isn't so keen. The final comment I have is that the ride is wayyyyy too hard and that is just bad news. Yes, there's almost no roll into the corners and it's completely planted which I love, but the ride is so firm that it's horrible for your passengers (and occasionally the driver). That said, it's a practical(ish), fast, marginally less hooligan orientated car than the A45 and has (imho) very appealing looks. Add AWD, decent interior, blinding performance and reasonable running costs, this is the perfect car for me. YES this car is a bone rattler, YES this car doesn't sound like a C63 and YES this car is expensive. However, if you have the money for this price bracket, want that Merc badge, wanted the fastest car in this segment (albeit the RS3 now has that for the time being), wanted a great interior and still have an awesome experience then I think the car is great.

[@autogefuehl]

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[@sheriffwoody3288]

FULL HD , FULL SCREEN AND FULL X , THOMAS IS THE BEST !!!!!!!!

[@autogefuehl]

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[@jasonmesser]

Absolutely great review!! One of your best I think! I thought you did a great job keeping the review entertaining throughout the whole 46 minutes! I also timed 4.5 in the 0-60 =D

[@autogefuehl]

great to have you with us! :)

[@Federer10able]

I was hoping for the CLA coupe review. Really like the design on the inside and outside of it! Thank you guys for the review, amazing as always.

[@autogefuehl]

always appreciated!

[@mazpr2025]

It is mostly a good design that failed on final delivery. IMO the grill logo is way too big, is as big as the headlight. The three air vents are ugly, over designed, too much emphasis on an item that does nothing, but blow air. The center panel has an insane amount of buttons, a digital display and more stylish pattern is a must. Just a square with tons of buttons, way too simple and stale, the opposite of the vents. Manual sport mode can only shift from the paddles, no shifting from the shifter, very difficult when sport driving on turns. I forgot, just noticed from the video, WTF, no hood shocks!? and if am correct, no keyless start mode, still need to insert keyfob and turn ignition. And this is just me, I hate frameless doors, cheap.

[@pagelzilla]

Thomas, your reviews are so thorough and enjoyable! Love the videos

[@autogefuehl]

thanks keep supporting us!

[@dandehellenbaque1935]

Excellent presenting skills Thomas! You have unique and endearingly warm tones in your voice. Do please review the AMG GTR and the McLaren 720S, also the Ferrari F12 would be good too (I know the F12 is no longer manufactured, however it is still a fabulous car).

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! Well the GT C is basically pretty much the same as the GT R: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJaVk2Rsoctmock

[@simonhartley2772]

Great review. I am thinking of buying a CLA. This helps my decision

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! Keep tuning in !

[@yinglunxi2546]

The video quality is getting better and better, thanks for bring us great videos, Thomas!! BTW, love your new side window mounted camera, better than Sony action cam used before.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks pal!

[@niconic6660]

but no ois ? Is this the yi 4k plus ?

[@1NV4DR]

A very well made video. I could listen to you speak about cars all day

[@dwergmaster]

Had a job interview at Daimler today, with succes! Proud to engineer the future generations of the star branded cars :-)

[@autogefuehl]

Congratulations!

[@dwergmaster]

Thanks, cheers!

[@horusosiris5488]

Great car, love it, thanks for the review!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks pal!

[@ferwiferwidergroe6538]

Das beste Video das ich gesehen hab. Ich hab mir auch einen CLA 45 gekauft und freu mich noch viel mehr wenn ich ihn endlich bekomm.

[@autogefuehl]

Danke und viel Spaß:)

[@fuzzfizz]

it's so weird that this cla45 don't have rear center armrest.

[@bodhisativaa]

Mine does 2017

[@metalstorm45]

Enjoyable review of this beautiful car. I had the pleasure to be the owner of the 2015 and 2017 model. Just a perfect car for me. From styling, performance/handling and technology. AMG does a great job to connect the driver physically and emotional to the car.

[@jacquesduplessis6175]

Yes, learned alot about the everyday driving of this car that I couldn't learn from other channels. 👍🏻

[@Alby911]

That tablet looks like an afterthought.

[@1NV4DR]

Hahaha yeah it looks weird. It's like the Mazda infotainment screen

[@bluedream9668]

It connects you to UFO's on the moon.

[@onik2206]

Great review thank you Thomas!

[@Drezikm]

Can't wait for a GLC 63 AMG review! Keep up the good work!👌

[@autogefuehl]

thanks marco!

[@12tribes61]

That exhaust sound 🤤

[@ANGRYBOYAARON]

really good, in-depth review! you covered all bases. keep it up!

[@johnwilliam8366]

Another excellent video review by Thomas!

[@autogefuehl]

Cheers!

[@philgreen5316]

Great review, very detailed, straightforward and to the point! 👍😀

[@autogefuehl]

welcome !

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

It's very beautiful looking design , CLA IS very attractive from the coupe point of view , It does a hold a strong look as a Coupe in my view. I also believe the ride is more balanced than previous cars .

[@dj_paultuk7052]

IMO , the C class Coupe is the best looking mainstream Mercedes at this present time. Its a very classy looking car.

[@Scorpiusza]

Excellent in depth, very good, thanks..

[@autogefuehl]

🙌🙌

[@-kajczy7659]

you made this Video in Hungary?! so good to have you in our country, welcome! and come back ever more often! :)

[@autogefuehl]

cheers :)

[@champsy77]

I enjoyed this review. Informative comments, some laughs and high quality video. I have this car in the same colour, but with a few more features, and love it. I’m looking forward to seeing more of these videos from you.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks, keep tuning in :)

[@thatomosifane9616]

Thomas i like your review because you really go into detail. Its like im at an art gallery and you explaining all the details, i really like that.

[@autogefuehl]

appreciated, spread the word for us!

[@Bonzosbadgeholder]

Thomas does the best reviews! So much detail you feel like you have driven the car too. AMG engines sound the best!!!!

[@autogefuehl]

way to go!

[@user-og8xd9vx1k]

Excellent presentation i totally enjoyed ,thanks

[@brunom.t7827]

Still the best cla 45 amg review I have watched.

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks! Also check out the new generation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2ilfaWhntB0nrc

[@zehaxed]

The CLA 45 Facelift is currently the best Mercedes aggressive-look wise. The best one all times is the C63 Black Series and Edition 507 from 2012-14. The new designs are not aggressive at all, they're too round imho. That is why I'm getting this CLA 45 AMG, mainly for its looks. Sure it doesn't have the best sound, but whatever! When will we see a C63 / E63 with an agressive look like this CLA ? That's the one million dollars question.

[@autogefuehl]

we ll present you the all-new CLA beginning of January

[@samnalik]

Great review video. God willing am going to own this car. 🇰🇪

[@autogefuehl]

Appreciated! Please recommend our channel 🤗

[@Unidentifiziert]

2 Weeks to go, then i will enjoy him for myselfs, i cant wait :( atm i drive the new BR213 E 200 Limousine, i will miss the E Class Interieur, but iam looking forward to drive AMG, i already had the older Version (not Facelift one) with 250 sport, but thats another Number :D, iam so excited to hear him Roar myself, cuz my E Class makes no Sound at all :P

[@baijunair1720]

Wow it's a real detailed and the best review.....mat on car wow is just funny but nothing in detail.....as compared to this guy

[@autogefuehl]

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[@Richard1976]

Beautiful car..

[@harryc266]

Nice to see your back Thomas! Great video

[@autogefuehl]

alive and kicking!

[@dannyharrison7591]

so weird as I've just bought this exact car in this exact colour....loving it by the way

[@TobiasHenreich]

auf dieses Video hab ich gewartet! nice!

[@autogefuehl]

genieße es =)

[@TobiasHenreich]

Autogefühl tue ich soeben xD

[@SDav21]

The B Class makes the best use of this platform as it has the most space for its size.

[@gordonbennett6057]

The 2-litre road-car horsepower race. Who's the first to 400hp? I timed you at 4.78s! At time 32:00 very good video edit showing us the road conditions at that point. Likewise at 32:55 and AEB warning - the audio can be quite alarming for passengers. I found the A-Class/GLA/CLA cabin much too cramped. Nice car though. New music! Superb Review. As always.

[@autogefuehl]

thanks pal!

[@z.a4533]

Again a very good review :)

[@autogefuehl]

always appreciated!

[@priitmk]

thanks for a great review, Thomas! I was looking for a BMW M135 / M140i (M235i) review, but coundn't find one. I hope you get a change to review it too for the comparison. Would be interesting to hear your thoughts after driving them both.

[@autogefuehl]

enjoy the M2! kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGOXooyvaZiKgKc

[@muumuumu]

sound is very good for 2l engine, wonder how they did it

[@jamesoneill1840]

Hi Thomas great review in general but the interior is ghastly for a car that price,surely sustainable fabrics can be made to look far more attractive, this car is a direct rival to the new RS3 saloon,hopefully you will personally review this car as a comparison?

[@autogefuehl]

thanks pal! Well you got a point, however RS3 is full of animal skin, in that case the CLA has way better offerings. Light and shadow

[@joemartinez8819]

dinamica Interior package makes this car true vegan 💪💚 I'll be ordering mine shortly

[@autogefuehl]

awesome :)

[@joemartinez8819]

Autogefühl this is one of the most beautiful cars I have ever seen!!! the power awd and vegan interior also seal the deal for me!!

[@Jrv200008]

Nice car. However I think the regular amg styled CLA looks slightly better than this one. Good review anyway.

[@MaxTheMiracle]

You rock!, i decided for the S3 over this one (having owned an A45), enough power, and it suites my tastes better, because it has the Virtual Cockpit :) and way better interior, and i think is quieter, because it does less noise from the exaust even on sport :), glad to hear that the suspension changes on this one are minor, because i would have fallen over this one, if it were more confortable, between S3 and this one, S3 is more confortable? (S3 does not come with magnetic ride neiter...)

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! yeah I think so

[@PROJECTDRIVEN1]

Will highly reccomend this car! You should do a catless downpipe as your 1st mod and it is pure music!

[@real_Karl_Mars]

does this test car have an optional amg performance exhaust system?

[@MidtownMeezus]

As a “younger target” they were spot on I have a 2016 CLA. Although I got it for the ride and features not the looks

[@vicentealvarez1618]

It is a pity that has not been improved in how much height and access to the rear seats because it is really beautiful the car, very good exposure.

[@svenee]

Hallo, wie der Zufall es will habe ich dieses Auto gekauft. Ich wusste jedoch nicht, dass es ein Pressefahrzeug ist. Das Autohaus hat Ihn von der Daimler AG ersteigert (1 Fahrzeughalter, 5000km). Ist das grundsätzlich bedenklich? Ich kann ihn jedoch erst in 2 Wochen abholen. Ist das hinten Links über der Rückleuchte eine kleine Schramme im Lack? Ps. Super Bericht! Weiter so :-)

[@autogefuehl]

hehe, witzig =) Hm nun er wurde sicher von einigen Journalisten ein wenig geprügelt. Launch Control tests usw. Sollte aber egtl. kein großes Problem für das Auto sein. Viel Spaß damit!

[@ZRFTECH]

My iphone timer got this at 4.6, definitely not very accurate given that all i could see was the digital numerical speedo. I stopped when it was at 98 given how slow that speedo updates :/

[@zz1x3r68pk3xxx]

Finally some new music in a review! Awesome! :) Side profile of this car is bit weird. Trunk looks short and door line a bit high.

[@zz1x3r68pk3xxx]

That interior is gorgeous!

[@knopperskojote7187]

That Prius Taxi Awesome review, thanks!

[@autogefuehl]

thanks and spread the word for us!

[@MVRKED]

Great review. Could you also do a review on the CLA Shooting Brake in base or mid trim maybe

[@autogefuehl]

Kudos! Shooting Brake is actually pretty similar, the review counts for both.

[@paul7328]

One of my favorite cars, what a surprise

[@SebaMell98]

My first “”supercar”” 😍😍

[@dominiccook12]

The cardboard box has become a revolutionary product from one of the world's leading manufacturers, that manufacturer has decided to make a car version by simply adding 4 wheels to the well known design. That is today on Autogefuhl, your number 1 community to discuss cars, with Thomas. we're going to take a detailed look at exterior and interior as well as the driving experience, we'll also be testing it's downhill top speed capability on the Autobahn, to see if this well known item can gain a new lease of life in car form. We'll be doing this all for you in full HD, full screen and full length, let's go! Even if this guy Thomas reviewed such a cardboard box on wheels, I would be watching it from start to finish, the way Thomas reviews the cars is so unique and I like that.

[@damasek219]

amazing car, great looks, only the sound could be more pleasing without all that machine gun sounds

[@willsull22]

David M. You’ll find the farts with almost every amg...

[@SDav21]

Thomas I've heard many people say the AMG suspension is more composed and comfortable than the normal CLAs. Why didn't they adopt those same changes over the entire range.

[@navdeepsandhu]

Big follower of this channel !! One request, next time you do a Mercedes review , briefly describe in detail the difference between sports and sports + modes , esp wrt what all gets disabled in a 4matic vehicle A good bigpilot on the wrist in this review :)

[@autogefuehl]

thanks! hehe yea it is =) I think i did mention the differences in the driving part between the modes, didnt I ?

[@navdeepsandhu]

Oops then may be I was distracted, will check it again Or in a few weeks figure it out on my car :)

[@super117knight]

Hey Thomas! You know what a great Video would be? comparing Car-ownership costs between brands!

[@vasiliykulev5880]

7:33 No hydraulic hood struts? Not very premium :)

[@autogefuehl]

was surprised by that myself

[@SonnyCloud]

even the golf 7 has that, it's really disappointing

[@sportsfreundberlin]

It's not really a premium car, but true, even in this segment you would expect it.

[@tadeuferreira5705]

60k€+ euro car without hydroulic hood struts, very premium!

[@BobbyDazzler888]

Its the incredibly powerful 2.0 hand built motor youre paying for. The rest if the car is average.

[@nhilal94]

Dude their naming is just mad!! How come a 4 door sedan get to be called a coupe, not the mention their crossovers that are called coupe as well!!!

[@bsg2621]

Mercedes know their performance but they are retarded when it comes to names

[@nhilal94]

Indeed, got to agree.

[@TobiasHenreich]

nhilal it's a 4 door coupe ish thing

[@bsg2621]

***** just realise that you said "4 door coupe"

[@TobiasHenreich]

BSG yes. get over it. ;)

[@SuperAndrule]

Probably the most beautyfull from MB normal cars is CLA Shooting brake - it has really cool side profile! I don't know why, but strange, that there is no 2 doors version of CLA, it would be really sympathetic coupe, probably.

[@Seemashe]

C300 is the best overall in C class .. overall … immaculate interior and also very good performance.

[@blacklotus7539]

Great video sir.

[@autogefuehl]

Thanks 🙏

[@iantaf5559]

Great review, Thomas. I think the car needs more prominent exhausts to make it look sporty. Best wishes to you and the team :-)

[@autogefuehl]

cheers :)

[@SK-lt1so]

Fidgety exterior and interior, apparently chrome colored plastic grows on trees in Germany. And a phone dialer in the dashboard! At least they didn't include the handset!

[@pk-zx2vb]

17:42 - 17:47 pardon? Little little little...oh i know you mean "smaller"😅😅 Love your videos👍

[@wildhostage]

Does the car have a mode where the exhaust doesn't make that cracking noise? Just curious...

[@autogefuehl]

yeah you can press the button as I mentioned

[@qtlegaleagal9596]

Comfort mode

[@sleepsoundstv7801]

@@qtlegaleagal9596 no the exhaust button

[@johnrogers2826]

Wow, just plain wow!

[@furstvonschwarzenberg3659]

Buying my CLA AMG MODEL 2018 one today in cavansite blue. Am I choosing the best colour or does anyone have any suggestions for colours other than the cavansite blue. I don’t like white , and not sure a silver one would show of the chrome . Colours I like are black, grey , blue and all of these will be metallic paint. Can anyone give some advice [ I can change the colour at a later date, so I value your opinions , Cheers from Luca .

[@autogefuehl]

canvansite blue is great!

[@1974PanteraL]

Did you buy it? My 2016 is Mountain grey metallic. Really nice color and a nice contrast when you have the black exhaust tips.

[@12tribes61]

Which year model?

[@shoraikaseke9774]

My dream car!

[@undergroundunity]

What model is this, year?

[@pk-zx2vb]

💗13:13 -13:53💗 Pure ASMR voice... Tomas has the most pleasant voice when speaking slowly and quietly😊 Natural vibrations and rumble just so perfect for ASMR... TOMAS please can you do ASMR car reviews😀

[@autogefuehl]

:-)

[@ruttelmeierindustriesltd7165]

I love how it says "80" all the time while you are driving 90 ^_^

[@dementia312]

It looks great.

[@BallazErving]

i thought i was watching superman drive's a car lol

[@HawaiWillSink]

Wieder ein tolles Video! Darf man fragen wie Du so unglaublich gut Englisch gelernt hast? Großen Respekt dafür & schon mal danke für eine Antwort!

[@autogefuehl]

+HawaiWillSink vielen dank! Übung in schule, studium, online gaming, amerikanische Sportübertragungen und industrie :)

[@aovint63]

I wonder what 80's and 70's Mercedes designers, who are probably retired, think about this design.

[@scanspeak00]

I think the older designs are far more handsome and classic. This model's styling will date very quickly.

[@05Forenza]

Just found Autogefuehl and Thomas today. Subscribed! =)

[@autogefuehl]

great to have you with us! :)

[@a45er]

Perfekt konfiguriert!

[@eugen81geringer32]

Das Auto gefällt mir sehr, wäre das Teil nicht so Sau teuer 😕 Die letzten Modelle von Mercedes sind alle schön Designt wie außen so auch innen.

[@Ummba13]

Fantastic car

[@cmdcs]

What happened to your "old" white coloured 4K Sony camera? That new black one is not as good as the old one...

[@autogefuehl]

other production crew this time :) We got a lot of stuff going on parallel m8 =)

[@money0436]

I am buying this car soon.

[@naveenrajeendran7664]

i thaught superman is flying thru the atmosphare

[@daniel.6339]

da beschweren sich viele wieso der seat facelift noch keine haubenlifte hat und der golf ja...wie man sieht..der amg hat es auch nicht :D

[@moonmc1047]

What year is this CLA?

[@lonlylove4823]

i think its most power 4 cylinder in the world

[@myasscom]

lonly love it is, written on their official website

[@medellon]

Nice review Thomas. I wish car manufacturers would stick to calling 4 doors sedans and 2 doors coupes. I agree with the individual numbers, time to lose them as it is too much clutter and looks old fashioned.

[@ShinzyRayz]

How comfortable are the Performance Seats in your opinion? Good or habituated.

[@autogefuehl]

As I said in the interior part, I strongly recommend the normal sports seats from standard equipment!

[@ShinzyRayz]

Ok thank you for your quick answer

[@autogefuehl]

save money, enjoy more comfort, still have a great looking seat, still with great surface materials in base version - easy choice :)

[@MrCyberamp]

I want this car only because of AMG ride control. The old version doesnt have this.

[@tomassviridovas7504]

Hello Thomas what you're dream garage? mine is rolls royce dawn, ferrari 4888 spider and pagani huayra

[@autogefuehl]

VW T6 (for bike and motorcycle transport), Mercedes SL (for open top driving), Tesla Model X (vegan features, coolness) :-)

[@tomassviridovas7504]

***** interesting! Which SL though!? I also like you choose the Tesla for vegan features!

[@1990Thunderbolt]

no love for bmw?

[@ast5515]

Ford Model T, Mazda RX7, Subaru Forester STi, Ford GT (the old one). Maybe a Flyin' Miata could fit in there too.

[@gordonbennett6057]

+Autogefuhl - that's an interesting reply Thomas, as you hardly ever commit to a particular car! But I'm not at all surprised by your choice (we've heard you mention the SL previously). Good choice too. Cheers.

[@VladimirMicic]

I've seen a lot of reviews and everyone seems to be complaining how slow the transmission response on shifting is. That was enough for me to not buy this CLA. Otherwise great and beautiful car in every aspect.