Carwow and autotrader are good, but carfection just takes the cinematics, the camerawork, the dialogue to a whole new level. That RS6 review a few months ago was a masterpiece.
I'm still thinking about that review- all these months later. This video actually reminded me of it. If I ever get to own a car in my lifetime, it'll be one of these two. Or both.
@@gaycha6589 wrc plus are 380. R5 around 300 Wtf are you saying? Do you know how much a new c3/fabia or polo weight in stock form? They need to follow rules Wrc cars doesn't share anything except some of the panels from the stock car. R5 a little bit more but still few components
Can't get enough of this video, my dream car and I have never seen this face in real life, South Africa rural area, we see these car here in youtube and dream about them,,,love the A45s
My dream hot hatch right there. The new one is perfect, it actually handles well for a FWD biased AWD chassis, and with drift mode I could still have fun, which is the main reason I drive an M140i.
With a market full of hatchbacks that look exactly the same, this thing is a breath of fresh air. The front end is just like the GT3 car and I love it.
Took delivery of our AMG A45S only last week and funny enough we also own a Mitsubishi Evo,i think the A45S being so similar to the Evo was what appealed to us. Can't wait to put them up against each other!
Some times I am not really that interested in the car being reviewed, but since it is Henry reviewing it, I gladly take my time to watch the video. The production is always outstanding, so is his analysis and hosting.
I've had my A45S AMG since April and am loving it. It's fast, practical, fun, and comfortable. Its my perfect daily driver :) and a great car to complement my weekend fun car (991.2 911 GT3 RS) and my motorcycle (Ducati Panigale V4R).
even Mercedes still realize that port injection is much more superior for top-end power rather than direct injection, another fantastic review from Henry....
Bughogus bughogus I ordered it last November - was due to arrive in February, but due to Covid-19, I didn’t get it until mid - June. I understand there are production delays at present, especially for the Plus spec, due to shortage of parts, in particular the panoramic sunroof ,
I was quite surprised when Chris Harris said he was very disappointed with this car, as he felt the handling was too artificial, and there was no feel. Wonder how you feel about it Edit: wow wow, that was practically the polar opposite of what I expected
Remember when Chris Harris said he hated the pre-facelift E63S then about a year later did a review on it again and said he loved it? Remember that? Right.
If you really really like it I’ll probably love it !! Good review, I’ll give it two or three years and see if I can find a low mileage well kept example for under £40k 👍🏻
Fantastic car! Test drove one the other day brutally quick and agree is very similar to an EVO however when really pushing on down a B road you do feel that lard ass 1600kg when anchoring on the brakes on uneven sections which can be a bit unnerving its deceitful as you think It'll be light given it's a hatch! apart from that though it was brilliant and it has so many gadgets etc and good MPG, a perfect car really.
Lovely film yet again @HenryCatchpole. Thank you. Not lovely enough to convince me that this vehicle from the three pronged suppository is worth what they're asking. But lovely nonetheless...
I'm tempted to see what Matt Watson, Henry Catchpole and Rory Reid would be able accomplish together. I know I should have said Chris Harris, but that guy is overcritical and dislikes most cars to the point that he doesn't even give them a chance. The 3 above actually try to enjoy a car before criticising it.
I think this is worth the price you pay. The A35 might be better value, but, the looks, the banana paint job, the sound, and the drift mode thing, makes this the better buy. Carfection road reviews always make you think positive about any car.
I like the large and wide screen that Mercedes is using in their cars for the gauges and navigation but I don’t like how it looks like they put a long tablet on the dashboard. I think it would look nicer if they covered the top edge of it with the dashboard to hide the tablet look.
That's exactly what I was thinking. When Henry started saying that the A45 reminds him of another 4wd turbocharged car with a wing, I was expecting him to say the Delta Integrale.
The old C30 AMG had a similar quality, chassi was firm and loose and the same time. Up to a point perhaps, but at 8/10 pace it could demolish b-roads with zero effort.
Hmmm odd ball choice could be Tesla Model 3 Performance which costs about the same and has similar output and all wheel drive. Or you could get a F80 M3 demo, if your local dealer still has stock, and enjoy the noise of the S55 straight six. Which sounds way way way nicer than the A45.
Amazing review as always! I'm a sucker for the brand new and soon to be discontinued Audi TT RS and I'd love to see your review of that car. I will be test driving this car against the TT RS so I hope I like it as much as you! Both look fantastic in my opinion and are rapidly fast!
@@joeparker4355 Cheers Joe! I'm aware of how fantastic the pre-facelift car sounds but I prefer the looks and tech of the face-lift despite the OPF making the sound a bit worse. Unfortunately the tech specs aren't great on pre-facelift cars and its really disappointing to pay so much money and not get tech a car like that should come with as standard! Thanks for your advice though I'll definitely give a pre face-lift a try just for the sound!
Hey I'm also deciding between ttrs and this A45s, how did your comparison go any chance you can give me some pros and cons of both and what you thought about them.?
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Carwow and autotrader are good, but carfection just takes the cinematics, the camerawork, the dialogue to a whole new level. That RS6 review a few months ago was a masterpiece.
I feel Autotrader is a bit underrated. The cinematography (e. g. F-Type review) and Rory make it one of the better channels
@@JTM610 fun fact, one of the dudes who film there now used to work at Carfection haha
Yes my favorite car channel 👍
It's not the cinematics. It's Henry. Henry is the reason I still love cars and journalism.
I'm still thinking about that review- all these months later. This video actually reminded me of it.
If I ever get to own a car in my lifetime, it'll be one of these two. Or both.
Henry, you are a master class in motoring journalism!
Henry: I really like this car
Me: I really like Carfection
Hunting for likes. Job done
I know it will never happen but it would be great to see one of these competing in the WRC.
That would be cool.
What cars would you have compete against it?
Tad Ficus Catus Focus RS, STI, Type R etc modified current hot hatches
Waaaay too heavy. The current WRC R5 cars with just 150hp would run rings around the MB.
@@gaycha6589 wrc plus are 380. R5 around 300
Wtf are you saying? Do you know how much a new c3/fabia or polo weight in stock form? They need to follow rules
Wrc cars doesn't share anything except some of the panels from the stock car. R5 a little bit more but still few components
The best car programme on the internet by miles in terms of journalism, editing and cinematography 😍
Such a pity they dont have huge numbers like they deserve.
Do check out SavageGeese.
Can't get enough of this video, my dream car and I have never seen this face in real life, South Africa rural area, we see these car here in youtube and dream about them,,,love the A45s
My dream hot hatch right there.
The new one is perfect, it actually handles well for a FWD biased AWD chassis, and with drift mode I could still have fun, which is the main reason I drive an M140i.
This is probably the most brilliant motor journalism I've ever seen on RUclips. So technically detailed! You've gained a subscriber.
With a market full of hatchbacks that look exactly the same, this thing is a breath of fresh air. The front end is just like the GT3 car and I love it.
Took delivery of our AMG A45S only last week and funny enough we also own a Mitsubishi Evo,i think the A45S being so similar to the Evo was what appealed to us.
Can't wait to put them up against each other!
How is the sound of the exhaust in person of the A45s?
Waiting for my A 45s, already three months after the "expexted delivery time" and I am still driving XC 40.
Some times I am not really that interested in the car being reviewed, but since it is Henry reviewing it, I gladly take my time to watch the video. The production is always outstanding, so is his analysis and hosting.
Wow i was just lurking on youtube today watching A45S videos and i was thinking if carfection made a video on this car. Great review!
I've had my A45S AMG since April and am loving it. It's fast, practical, fun, and comfortable. Its my perfect daily driver :) and a great car to complement my weekend fun car (991.2 911 GT3 RS) and my motorcycle (Ducati Panigale V4R).
@@stewheelie7874 My A45S is a pussy cat in comfort mode and very comfortable ;) The V4R is 231hp with the race kit on it ;)
Do u still have it
You have a great collection
even Mercedes still realize that port injection is much more superior for top-end power rather than direct injection, another fantastic review from Henry....
This channel and savage geese are the two best car film channels that exist. Both are an absolute necessity and RUclips wouldn't be complete without.
Carfection still the king of cinematics in all of car review channel on earth
Many people can do a good review, but not many can do a review as beautifully as Carfection can
So much Power in this small car..
Not enough to overcome the weight.
@@LivingLifeSlower 250hp/ton isn't bad. My car at the moment has like 60hp/ton.
You guys are knocking it out of the park with your videos
I really really liked this review
Your reviews are poetic. They are leaps and bounds above other RUclipsrs
The best MotorJournalist EVER...
Yes, Thank God I will buy one for myself
Wow, what a lovely review Mr Catchpole
Had my A45S just over a month, just about run-in , doesn’t sound as good as RS3, but I love it !!
How long was your waiting time to get this car
Bughogus bughogus I ordered it last November - was due to arrive in February, but due to Covid-19, I didn’t get it until mid - June. I understand there are production delays at present, especially for the Plus spec, due to shortage of parts, in particular the panoramic sunroof ,
Rob Hill Oh I see, thanks man. Congrats for owning an awesome machine. 👍👍
Bughogus bughogus : 4 month
@@robhill730 I’m in the market for one & your feedback if still no improvement in waiting times, I’ll just have to over-pay for a used one!
Such a Beautiful car, Mercedes did a Really Good Job with the new a class!
Performance like a Race car, only the sound could be better
When Henry says “I really really like this car” I think I really really need to drive one !
I understand. He will get boring one day.
8:58 95% of drivers would have been picking grass out of the grill. Good vid 👍🏼
Another on point review by Henry, large up yourself H
Our very own automotive poet Sir Henry Catchpole.
I was quite surprised when Chris Harris said he was very disappointed with this car, as he felt the handling was too artificial, and there was no feel. Wonder how you feel about it
Edit: wow wow, that was practically the polar opposite of what I expected
Henry is a weekend warrior rally driver, Chris is a weekend warrior racing driver. They have different driving styles.
@@stubones Piped in handling and performance shouldn't be great for anyone.
Remember when Chris Harris said he hated the pre-facelift E63S then about a year later did a review on it again and said he loved it? Remember that? Right.
Doom Nometron did that really happen? I'd like to know more about this
@@Lex-of2wo So he changed his mind. I guess we shouldn't take what another guy says as gospel and think for ourselves 🤔
If this car can even capture a glimpse of the magic in an Evo, then it deserves high praise.
Guys. We have the new holy Trinity of auto journalism.
Henry, Matt Watson and Rory.
1st 3 secs says it all ,,,,,,,, I REALLY LIKE THIS CAR
I want a voice control that doesnt talk to me, it should just do what I want it to do.
Telepathic car systems are a fair way off yet lol.
the senna voice control talks to the engine hahaha
you should check Misha Charoudin latest video
Frodokeuh hahah I’ve seen that aswell
I want a wife like that!
I preffer buttons placed logically so I can remember where they are by memory and have no need for voice control crap :P
If you really really like it I’ll probably love it !! Good review, I’ll give it two or three years and see if I can find a low mileage well kept example for under £40k 👍🏻
Theyre like 45k now. Should only have to wait 6-12 months for it to be under 40k
@@neb4587 For the base A45s you might get for 45k, if you want the A45s + you've still got a little while to wait before those prices
How are the prices now, attainable yet
@@gixxr88 prices are higher than ever still due to Covid, 3 year old, 25,000 mile £50,000 plus
@@ianmitchell9102 That's ridiculous
I love my old evo ..that short evo scene , just bring tears
The a/cla 45 (s) are great cars but their pricetags are insane.
Joel Schembri you’re comparing used to new ...
Defo not worth the money at these levels.
I would always chose the BMW M2. The M2 will be remembered in 20 years, the AMG A45 S will not.
@@CP-vg4vy this thing will be in pieces in 20 years
@@avigator wrong amg 45 will definitely be remembered especially for how much power they got out of a small engine
I’m tempted. Never thought I’d have another hatch but I’m tempted.
Cracking review once again Henry on point yet again
Fantastic car! Test drove one the other day brutally quick and agree is very similar to an EVO however when really pushing on down a B road you do feel that lard ass 1600kg when anchoring on the brakes on uneven sections which can be a bit unnerving its deceitful as you think It'll be light given it's a hatch! apart from that though it was brilliant and it has so many gadgets etc and good MPG, a perfect car really.
I’m not really into hatchbacks but I’d take the A45 S any day! 😍
Great vid. Great car. AMG are on fire 🔥🔥👌
I’m confused as to why Chris Harris really didn’t like it but everyone else seems to love it...
What did Chris say about this car?
Because since he went to TG, hes a one trick pony, going sideways is all he does.
@@catlee8064 lol
he doesn't like almost any car , thats why
The real reason is it has a fakery rear weeel drive.
I wish they sold this in the US. There IS a market for it and I am a buyer.....BRING IT MB!!!!
That looked like a lot of fun, and a great car for everyday 👍👍
Intelligent, interesting, always lookforward to your presentations.
Seems like an interesting and fun drive! I’d like to review one of these
Drop us a mail and see what we can do
Stunner. Loved the humour.
I just bought myself ine, pick it up next week cannot wait
Great review as usual.
True Master piece
For the £50k price tag you can buy a decent example of each e36, e46, & e92 M3's!!!
415bhp? So why do all the other channels say 421bhp?
Lovely film yet again @HenryCatchpole.
Thank you.
Not lovely enough to convince me that this vehicle from the three pronged suppository is worth what they're asking.
But lovely nonetheless...
they didn't rotate the engine 180 degrees, the 35 engine is a Renault Megane RS engine. and the 45 and 45s are AMG.
Excellent review! Thank you.
I'm tempted to see what Matt Watson, Henry Catchpole and Rory Reid would be able accomplish together.
I know I should have said Chris Harris, but that guy is overcritical and dislikes most cars to the point that he doesn't even give them a chance. The 3 above actually try to enjoy a car before criticising it.
or that chris harris is entitled to his own opinion?
How maniac AMG is to develop this engine! They must gathered the most crazy engineers in the world!
I think this is worth the price you pay. The A35 might be better value, but, the looks, the banana paint job, the sound, and the drift mode thing, makes this the better buy. Carfection road reviews always make you think positive about any car.
I like the large and wide screen that Mercedes is using in their cars for the gauges and navigation but I don’t like how it looks like they put a long tablet on the dashboard. I think it would look nicer if they covered the top edge of it with the dashboard to hide the tablet look.
Another great review
Awesome video Henry 😉👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
These are awesome but in Australia are over $100k. For a hatch.
Class car and even classier review
Brilliant review👍
To me this series of car is the best looking car I've ever seen. Particularly the model before this one, but they're all so sexy. It's perfect
Nice video, as usual! Looking forward to see one on the M2 CS if ever you get a chance to blast it 😉
Brilliant Review
M260 engine is the A35 variant. The M139 is not related to M260 engine.
I felt like I was the one driving for a second
Great Review
This thing is more of a Delta HF Evo 2 than an Evo.
That's exactly what I was thinking. When Henry started saying that the A45 reminds him of another 4wd turbocharged car with a wing, I was expecting him to say the Delta Integrale.
he meant in character
This car is so damn fresh bro.. one day, right?
At the moment mb interior comes out on top compared to its competitors.
South Africa 🇿🇦 approves 👍
Hi Henry, thanks for the great videos. Ive been waiting for this one for a while. Are you able to share the Specification of the 45s in the video?
Werewolf by day and normal car geek at night.
The old C30 AMG had a similar quality, chassi was firm and loose and the same time. Up to a point perhaps, but at 8/10 pace it could demolish b-roads with zero effort.
To be honest, if the car Looks Belligerent or too enamored, then I go and watch something else, even though I love this channel.
I love everything but the spoiler
If you robbed a bank, this is the best getaway car, period.
That is such a pretty, pretty car.
I don't think I'd drive it if I owned it, though- I'd just go to the garage and stare at it all day.
Hope you lot review the shooting brake some day 😁
Definitely want to try the shooting brake!
Just bought one unbelievable
I will get mine in one month
Can’t wait 😭😭😭
Mercedes is really coming hard and outdoing the competition . best all round cars !
Can’t wait until you review the GR Yaris!!! Any news on press drives yet??!
Seems like big brands have been taking notes from Alpine, softer suspensions and more of a playful behaviour will go a long way :)
Amazing at how the EVO is still compared 20 years later to a modern Euro technologically loaded missile!
Legends never die
@@geovannibobadilla8232 They get distinguished.,
Over 1600KG? Damn, I have the new A200 and that's just a touch over 1300KG, that's 300KG difference in the same chassis!
New CLA 45s review? Would love to see you take the sedan around the bends.
I’m happy car manufacturers are putting compliance back in the suspensions. We don’t need RS kind of suspension for 99% of the road surfaces!
Hmmm odd ball choice could be Tesla Model 3 Performance which costs about the same and has similar output and all wheel drive. Or you could get a F80 M3 demo, if your local dealer still has stock, and enjoy the noise of the S55 straight six. Which sounds way way way nicer than the A45.
Amazing review as always! I'm a sucker for the brand new and soon to be discontinued Audi TT RS and I'd love to see your review of that car. I will be test driving this car against the TT RS so I hope I like it as much as you! Both look fantastic in my opinion and are rapidly fast!
Make sure the ttrs you test drive is a mk3 pre face-lift.. its a little more aggressive on launch and sounds better. 👍
@@joeparker4355 Cheers Joe! I'm aware of how fantastic the pre-facelift car sounds but I prefer the looks and tech of the face-lift despite the OPF making the sound a bit worse. Unfortunately the tech specs aren't great on pre-facelift cars and its really disappointing to pay so much money and not get tech a car like that should come with as standard! Thanks for your advice though I'll definitely give a pre face-lift a try just for the sound!
Hey I'm also deciding between ttrs and this A45s, how did your comparison go any chance you can give me some pros and cons of both and what you thought about them.?
Henry is king
I wish one of the settings on this car would generate a clutch pedal and manifest a manual shift lever. That would be something!
Putting in my mortgage application for it as we speak
Ditch the Halfords hatch spoiler and it would be much better looking.
It’s all great. Except the spoiler!
I have the previous facelift version and absolutely love it. The only thing that lets it down is the gearbox...... is this new model the same??
Previous gen were one man one engine. Doesn’t have the pedigree of the evo homologation yet just said it had f1 tech in it…