McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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The New Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Is The Fastest In Its Class At The Nürburgring

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 04, 2026

The New Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Sets A Nürburgring Record

While it isn’t destined for the States, Mercedes-Benz unveiled a new AMG model at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed: the new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45. Based on the new CLA, which introduced cutting-edge technology and an all-electric powertrain to the celebrated luxury compact nameplate, the CLA 45 features three axial flux motors, like the new all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. It’s only the second fully electric production vehicle to feature that technology, the first being the GT, and with two motors at the rear and one at the front, the new CLA 45 boasts a massive 680 horsepower, with the ability to get from 0-60 in just 2.7 seconds. As a compact car, its immense power makes it unlike anything else in its segment, and that incredible performance has now been proven on one of the world’s most revered racing venues. That is, of course, the Nürburgring Nordschleife, nicknamed the “Green Hell” for its forest surroundings, its challenging corners, and its dramatic elevation changes. The track puts the world’s best and fastest cars, drivers, manufacturers, and engineers alike to the test, and a lap time on the Nordschleife is not only a measure of driving talent but also of a vehicle’s performance. <- Gallery -> The new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 managed to lap the Nordschleife in 7:32.070, making it the fastest car in its segment to lap the track. Taking full advantage of its all-wheel drive system and Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires, the summer conditions proved ideal for the new performance electric AMG to prove its abilities on its first attempt. With immense electric performance in a small footprint and cutting-edge technology to make it use its power as efficiently as possible, the new CLA 45 and its Nürburgring record open a new chapter for AMG’s approach to luxury performance engineering. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

A light green Hybrid CLA 220 Mercedes-Benz sedan parked on a city street beside a beige building in daylight.

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 16, 2025

Mercedes-Benz Reveals New Hybrid CLA 220

Mercedes-Benz’s new high-tech compact goes hybrid. Recently, Mercedes-Benz unveiled a new generation of its CLA compact four-door coupe. Initially unveiled as an all-electric model, the CLA was the cradle for a new generation of technology for the historic luxury manufacturer, with the MB.OS being introduced in the car, along with it featuring the fourth generation of MBUX, and AI solutions from tech titans like Microsoft and Google. When the all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA was first introduced, Mercedes-Benz announced that it would be followed up with a hybrid variant, which has now been introduced. The new hybrid powertrain combines a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission with a 48-volt lithium-ion battery that has 1.3 kWh of capacity to power the electric motor. Electric-only driving is available at speeds of up to 60 mph, with a total system output of 208 horsepower and 280 lb/ft of torque. Just like the electric Mercedes-Benz CLA, the new hybrid CLA features some of the most advanced technology Mercedes-Benz is capable of providing yet, with much of the luxury of higher-class Mercedes-Benz models packaged in a compact model. Features like the fixed panoramic glass roof, the MBUX Superscreen, and more give the CLA true Mercedes-Benz luxury while being a small hybrid. To distinguish the hybrid from the all-electric model, the CLA hybrid features a specific grille, with a standard illuminated surround, featuring the Mercedes‑Benz star pattern in chrome. Otherwise, the futuristic styling of the new CLA hybrid is nearly visually identical to its all-electric counterpart. As Mercedes-Benz evolves its technology, both all-electric and hybrid models are part of its cutting-edge offerings, as seen with the new hybrid Mercedes-Benz CLA 220. View All Mercedes-Benz CLA For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

A blue and pink Mercedes-Benz toy car, inspired by the Mercedes-Benz CLA Gets Wild Hot Wheels Makeover, races down an orange track amid model skyscrapers, with a person sitting on a building in the background.

By Khris Bharath – October 04, 2025

Mercedes-Benz CLA Gets Wild Life-Size Hot Wheels Makeover

Hot Wheels just turned the new Mercedes-Benz CLA into something you never expected to see in real life: a full-scale art piece. Unveiled at Race Service in Los Angeles, the car is a wild, exaggerated take on the CLA, complete with oversized diffusers, a massive rear wing, and paintwork straight from 1980s pop culture, think bright orange, pink, and blue with retro flames. The vibrant color mix transforms the CLA from a sleek compact coupe into a super sports caricature. This one-off isn’t just for show, though. It heads next to the Hot Wheels Legends Tour in El Segundo, and later today, that is October 4, you'll get a chance to see it up close. The toy DNA is obvious, and that’s exactly the point. Hot Wheels calls this project “Play Beyond Limits.” The idea is simple: playing sparks creativity, and for many of you, that likely began with a diecast model. The intent with this exhibit is to channel that childhood imagination and fuse it with the real-world design language of Mercedes-Benz. This collaboration is part of Mercedes-Benz’s “Class of Creators” program, which kicked off with the CLA world premiere in Rome on March 13, 2025. Instead of keeping collaborations limited to co-branded merch, the German automaker is handing designers, musicians, and artists the keys to its models. Past collaborations include Virgil Abloh, A$AP Rocky, Lewis Hamilton, Roger Federer, and fashion houses like Moncler. Since then, Ice Spice, Gustaf Westman, and KidSuper have each revealed their own takes on the car, with League of Legends set to follow. The Hot Wheels CLA closes out this year’s lineup, but it sets the bar high by reminding you that the line between play and performance is thinner than you think. A 1:64-scale diecast version will hit shelves in spring 2026, giving you the chance to park a piece of this collaboration on your desk or in a glass display case. If you’re an adult collector, this is one to mark on your calendar. If you’re an enthusiast who grew up with Hot Wheels tracks looping across your living room, this latest project shows how Mercedes is serious about tying culture, art, and design directly into its product strategy. View All Mercedes-Benz CLA For Sale Images: Mercedes-Benz

A matte grey Mercedes-Benz sports car drives down a palm-lined city street with modern buildings in the background under a clear sky.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 01, 2025

New 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S Final Edition Unveiled

Mercedes-AMG ends an era. When the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 was introduced, it marked a new chapter in the legacy of the AMG lineup. As the performance-oriented version of the compact Mercedes-Benz CLA, the CLA 45 featured all-wheel drive and an immensely powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. That formula has remained integral to the CLA 45 as the years have gone on, and today’s iteration of the CLA 45 features an incredible 416 horsepower and 369 lb/ft of torque, sending power to all four wheels in a small footprint for a truly impressive driving experience. For the 2026 model year, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S “Final Edition,” bowing out the captivating compact luxury performance car with a spectacular and exclusive special edition. To set the special edition apart, the exterior is finished exclusively in MANUFAKTUR Mountain Grey Magno, which is complemented by striking black and yellow graphics, 19-inch wheels with black and yellow accents, the body kit pieces of the AMG Aerodynamics Package Plus, and more. Meanwhile, the interior of the new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S Final Edition is finished with black upholstery, yellow stitching, and special “45 S” branding on the front headrests. Edition-specific badging on the center console also commemorates its importance and exclusivity. With the compact performance luxury machine bowing out, its new Final Edition is a proper send-off. View All Mercedes-Benz For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

A woman in black leather stands beside a silver Mercedes-Benz CLA with "Princess" in pink on the side, set against a pink city-themed backdrop, channeling Ice Spice vibes for the ultimate remix of style and attitude.

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 18, 2025

Ice Spice Unveils New Mercedes-Benz CLA "Remix"

Ice Spice ushers in a new chapter of Mercedes-Benz artistic collaborations. A breakout star within the rap music world, New York native Ice Spice is known for a unique musical style and an instantly recognizable signature look featuring bright red hair. With a rapidly expanding discography and four Grammy nominations at the age of 2025, Ice Spice’s meteoric rise to stardom has captured the attention of the music industry and the pop culture sphere for the past few years. Now, her newest project coincides with Mercedes-Benz’s United States debut of the new CLA, the historic luxury car manufacturer’s most technologically advanced model yet, with innovation that is set to usher in a new generation of Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Unveiled at the grand opening of the new Mercedes-Benz Manhattan flagship dealership, Ice Spice showed off a “remix” of the CLA that she designed, featuring a metallic silver color and her iconic “Princess” chain. The car also inspired a capsule fashion collection that is set to launch soon, but Ice Spice’s latest collaboration with Mercedes-Benz is just the beginning, as it launched a new “Class of Creators,” a series of collaborations between Mercedes-Benz and various personalities and entities, like KidSuper, Gustaf Westman, Hot Wheels, and League of Legends. As the year continues, these upcoming collaborations will be unveiled, with Ice Spice kicking off a new era of artistry in Mercedes-Benz’s lineup. View All Mercedes-Benz CLAs For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

Express your drive: der neue Mercedes Benz CLA und CLA Shooting Brake Express your drive: the new Mercedes Benz CLA and CLA Shooting Brake

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 02, 2024

Mercedes-Benz Reveals New 1-of-25 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S "...

AMG’s newest creation is powerful, unique, and exclusive. For years, the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 has been known for its innovation and impressive performance while breaking the mold of the typical AMG formula, especially when it was first introduced. Featuring a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the CLA 45 has always sent immense power for its engine’s size to all four wheels, resulting in quick acceleration, exciting drives, and formidable dynamics. In AMG’s signature fashion, this impressive performance is combined with Mercedes-Benz style and luxury, as well. However, Mercedes-Benz is now revealing the most dynamic version of the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 yet: the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S “Edition 1.” It’s limited to just 25 scarce units in the United States market, starting at $81,195, and it features various sporty design elements inside and out. MANUFAKTUR Mountain Grey Magno paintwork adorns the exterior, along with graphics and orange accents throughout. Meanwhile, matte black wheels provide continuity to the sleek and modern look, and the same goes for contrast brake calipers. Inside, you’ll find an interior decorated in black microfiber, along with orange stitching, special commemorative badging, and red ambient lighting. The famed 2.0-liter turbocharged M139 four-cylinder engine produces 416 horsepower and 369 lb/ft of torque, and it gets from 0-60 in 4.0 seconds. In addition, the 4MATIC+ drivetrain with AMG TORQUE CONTROL allows for both dynamic driving character and torque vectoring for various situations. With an exclusive configuration, impressive performance, and performance-oriented design, the new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 S “Edition 1” proves that big performance and exclusivity can come in a small package. View All Mercedes-AMG CLAs For Sale Image Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 12, 2022

The New 2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 "Edition 55" Celebrates ...

A small car takes part in a big celebration for AMG. AMG’s 55th anniversary has already given us plenty of special editions and amazing celebratory projects from the brand, and it continues here in the United States, with AMG creating the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 “Edition 55” to mark 2022 being 55 years since AMG’s establishment in 1967. The CLA 45 “Edition 55” will only be available in the United States, and it is limited to an incredibly rare 55 units, chosen to match the anniversary year. The car features plenty of special touches and features that make the “Edition 55” version of the CLA 45 stand out. MUST READ: will.i.am x Mercedes-AMG Collaboration Supports And Inspires Students In STEAM It all starts with the AMG Aerodynamics package. A front apron and splitter, an AMG rear wing, and deflectors at the rear apron’s air outlet are all painted in high-gloss black and with wind tunnel testing are proven to improve driving at high speeds. The AMG Night package darkens trim pieces all over the exterior of the car for a sleek and intimidating look. To complete the look, the car is finished in Cosmos Black Metallic, with 19-inch matte gray wheels and “Edition 55” graphics throughout. The interior features a two/tone upholstery of Classic Red and Black Nappa leather, with an “Edition 55” decorated steering wheel, as well as “Edition 55” embroidery on the floor mats. The car is going to be available to purchase later this year for the 2023 model year, and with only 55 available, it’s going to go quick. View All CLA 45s For Sale Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 20, 2022

Mercedes-AMG Continues 55th Anniversary Celebrations With...

Small cars make for a big 55th Anniversary celebration for AMG. AMG, Affalterbach’s tuning house that dials Mercedes-Benz cars up, turning them into performance classics turns 55 years old this year, and to celebrate, “Edition 55” Mercedes-AMG cars have been released, complete with special graphics, interior touches, and special-edition cachet. The Mercedes-AMG G 63 was the first car to get this treatment, and now, the Mercedes-AMG A 35 and CLA 35 are getting the Edition 55 treatment as well. MUST READ: The New Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Shocks The Luxury SUV World The AMG Aerodynamics Package is the first thing you’ll notice about the Edition 55 of the A 35 and CLA 35. It features a spoiler, front apron, and side skirting for an aggressive, dynamic look and improved aerodynamics. Bold exterior graphics against the Cosmos Black Metallic or Digital White Metallic color continue the racing look and feel of the car, along with the chrome silver fuel filler cap. Inside, you’re greeted with black and red two-tone leather upholstery and Edition 55 badging all over the car to signify the special edition, most prominently on the bottom spoke of the steering wheel. We can’t think of a better way to celebrate 55 years of success, performance, and luxury. Source: Mercedes-Benz

By Andrew Nabors – July 05, 2019

2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Will Arrive With 382 Horsepower!

Usually, July 4th is devoid of automotive news, but not this year. In order to dominate the sport compact market, Mercedes-AMG loaded their smallest sedan and hatch with unprecedented power. In a press release last night, we've learned that the 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 will arrive with 382 horsepower. To accomplish this, they have raised the bar for 4-cylinder engines. Hot aluminum is poured into a chilled mold, making for a very dense & strong bottom end. Forged internals with low-friction coatings allows it to easily hit 7,200 rpm. Each piston ring is fit by hand, as part of the "One Man, One Engine" program. The turbocharger is one of the pair found on the AMG GT S sedan, and it forces 30 lbs of boost into the cylinders. This produces 354 lb-ft of torque between 4,750 and 5,000 rpm. Because of this brutal power, engineers decided to stiffen the chassis in every area. Shear plates and a strut brace will keep the ride smooth, even in drift mode. The AWD models (4MATIC+) have electronic variable rear differentials. With a clutch pack for each rear axle, you will be able to hold the perfect line through the corners. Our dealers have all the info, so click the link below to find a CLA near you! Find a Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Near You Related: 2020 Mercedes-Benz New Model Launch Schedule Mercedes-AMG C63R by RENNtech

Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 4MATIC Shooting Brake (2019)Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 4MATIC Shooting Brake (2019)

By Andrew Nabors – June 06, 2019

2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake Unveiled

Don't call it a wagon or a 5-door crossover, because this combines the best features of both. Earlier this morning the 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA 35 Shooting Brake was unveiled. It is the 5th model in the A-Class lineup, and it packs a punch. The 2.0L turbo four sends 306 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque to all wheels. The 4MATIC system can send all the power where it is needed at an instant. To keep the turbo spinning, engineers shortened the gear ratios inside the 7-speed dual clutch transmission. It would be fun to have to have a pure RWD experience, but only 50% of torque can be sent rearward. Although they see it as a benefit, the ignition pauses for a split second during shifts to prevent wear on the clutches. Search Our Entire Inventory of Exotic Cars Despite these compromises, the Shooting Brake will be popular thanks to the styling and versatility. The longer roof adds stiffness to the rear chassis, and it offers more cargo room for family outings. Because the rear is stronger than the sedan, engineers also added a shear plate and chassis braces to the front suspension. The result is a comfortable ride with incredible handling. The press release didn't mention if it would be sold in the U.S., so our dealers can answer that question for you. Click the link below to find a CLA near you and stay with us for all your Mercedes-AMG news. Browse Mercedes-AMG CLA For Sale Related: Brabus 800 Revealed Dr. Z Retires From Mercedes-Benz

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