(September 27, 2014) — Mercedes-AMG rigorously continues its product initiative with the new GLA45 AMG the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz makes a dynamic statement in the strongly growing segment of compact SUVs.

The combination of powerful-distinctive design, exclusive appointments as well as superior engine power and driving performance is unique: the most powerful series-production four-cylinder engine in the world puts 355 horsepower of power and 332 pound-feet of torque on the road.

The GLA45 AMG also holds pole position with regard to driving dynamics it accelerating from zero to 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds and reaching a top speed of 155 mph (electronically limited). Thanks to the combination of standard AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive and AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed dual- clutch sports transmission, the GLA45 AMG impresses with its equally sporty and efficient drive system concept.

Tobias Moers, chairman of the Management Board at Mercedes-AMG GmbH: "The response to the Concept GLA45 AMG during the world premiere at the Los Angeles International Auto Show has reaffirmed our decision to launch this new AMG model.

"Currently no segment is growing faster than that of compact SUVs. For Mercedes-AMG it is therefore logical to make a dynamic statement in this segment with the GLA45 AMG. Our new high-performance-SUV not only offers the world's most powerful series-production four-cylinder engine, but also impressively low fuel consumption and emissions figures. Not least on account of the performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC four wheel drive, the GLA45 AMG is a true AMG when it comes to driving dynamics."

In addition to the CLA45 AMG, the GLA45 AMG is the second vehicle with a four-cylinder turbo engine to appeal to a young target group. Customers take a great interest in styling, dynamics and independence — traits that are perfectly embodied in the new high-performance SUV from Affalterbach. Meeting a wide variety of customer desires has always been one of the strengths of Mercedes- AMG. The GLA45 AMG now expands the extensive high-performance SUV lineup to four models in the U.S. (GLA45 AMG, ML63 AMG, GL63 AMG, and G63 AMG). Mercedes-AMG thus offers the widest range of SUVs among all high-performance premium brands.

The AMG 2.0-liter turbo engine is the most powerful series- production four-cylinder turbo engine in the world. It produces 355 horsepower o and develops a peak torque of 332 lb-ft. A power output of 178 hp per liter puts the AMG high-performance turbo engine on a par with the world's most powerful super sports cars.