AMG turns 55, celebrates with 2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 Version 55

Mercedes-AMG on Thursday unveiled one other “Version 55” mannequin celebrating AMG’s fifty fifth anniversary, this time based mostly on the CLA. The 2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 Version 55 lands within the U.S. later this 12 months, with manufacturing restricted to only 55 models.

Adjustments for this restricted version begin with an AMG Aerodynamics package deal that provides a bigger entrance splitter, further flics, a brand new rear spoiler, and new rear air deflector parts. Completed in gloss black, these additions enhance driving traits at excessive pace, Mercedes claims.

2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 Version 55

Different styling parts embrace black chrome tailpipes, badges, and grille trim, particular 19-inch wheels, and a silver chrome gasoline filler cap. The one obtainable colour is Cosmos Black Metallic, with silver facet graphics displaying the AMG brand.

The inside will get two-tone red-and-black nappa leather-based upholstery, a microfiber-covered steering wheel with “Version 55” lettering and a black 12 o’clock marking, door sill panels with illuminated AMG logos, and brushed aluminum trim. A automotive cowl is included as nicely.

No mechanical modifications had been talked about, however the AMG CLA45 already boasts a potent 2.0-liter turbo-4 producing 382 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque. Energy is shipped to all 4 wheels by an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Mercedes quotes a 4.0-second 0-60 mph time, whereas the highest pace is electronically restricted to 155 mph.

2023 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 Version 55

The AMG CLA45 is the second mannequin to get the Version 55 remedy. Mercedes introduced an AMG G63 Version 55 in April, additionally restricted to 55 models for the U.S.

Each particular editions have fun AMG’s 1967 launch as an unbiased firm. Whereas AMG specialised in tuning and racing Mercedes automobiles, actual collaboration between the 2 corporations did not begin till 1990. AMG turned a completely owned subsidiary of Mercedes in 2005.

Since then, AMG has needed to change with the instances. The efficiency division has embraced hybrid and all-electric powertrains as a part of Mercedes’ electrification technique. In 2019, Mercedes additionally introduced some AMG fashions can be inbuilt China for the native market, breaking the custom of constructing AMG automobiles completely in Affalterbach, Germany.