We meet the new MB CLA Shooting Brake today - as AMG, too!
The CLS Shooting Brake is a bit too much, but I love this one's looks.
Looks aside, it's more spacious in the back, too.
But the best part: plenty of space for the passengers in the rear.
So far the practical stuff. Let's have some fun!
It's wet and foggy here. But listen to this car! An AMG-tuned 2.0 4-cilinder.
360 PS, 450 Nm due to a major turbo, mostly active between 3000-6000 rpm.
The powerband is narrow, which works nicely with the 7-speed automatic.
Interestingly, the ride is rock-hard. You feel every bump.
But when you're pushing, you notice the quick response. Very nice.
The seats are a bit high but very sturdy - like the steering.
Understeer is far away despite this being 4WD when it needs to be.
It does lack some playfulness, mind.
It's still really quick, doing 0-100 kph in 4.7 seconds, onto 250 kph.
And it sounds so raw and loud. It's very special.
A fine compromise overall. A bit rough yet fairly comfy, and bloody quick.
66000 euros is quite some money but it's really good.
+ Handling; Sound
- Not very distinctive; Rather rough on poor roads