Mercedes-Benz India that launched the GLA-Class SUV recently, will launch the performance-oriented model of the car - the GLA 45 AMG - on October 27, 2014. The car features the same 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder, direct-injection petrol unit that also powers the CLA 45 AMG. Claimed to be the world's most powerful production 4-cylinder engine, it churns out a whooping 355bhp and 450Nm of peak torque. The company has reduced also the car's height by 15mm as compared to the regular model in order to make it easier to handle at high-speeds.
Other features that help differentiate the GLA45 AMG from the regular model are its sportier bumpers, a different-looking grille, quad exhaust, rear diffuser and red callipers. The cabin too looks quite different from the regular model with features a racy flat-bottomed steering wheel, a new gearbox, red seatbelts and contrast stitching on seats and steering.
As far as interior features are concerned, the GLA45 AMG is likely to be offered with rear AC vents, an infotainment system with a large touch-screen, automatic climate control, 19-inch alloy wheels as standard provisions in addition to necessary safety and comfort features.
