A35 vs A45 S | Mercedes AMG COMPARISON!

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  • @TheTechGiantYouTube
    @TheTechGiantYouTube 2 года назад +5

    IMO the A45S Plus is worth every penny over the A35 (i would say that lol) , as underneath they are worlds apart.
    The A45S Plus has a completely new engine, gearbox and drivetrain, where the A35 is made from the last generation parts bin, harsh but true.
    Just one example of this is the 7 speed gearbox in the A35, which is not very good, where the A45S gets an all new 8 speed box that is proper snappy.
    I would go on about all the other differences with things like the engine and how it is well over engineered, but i'd be here all day explaining it all lol
    But don't just take my word for it, check out Autotraders RUclips comparison between the two cars, and also another RUclipsr called TR Hamza who tested out and A35 and A45S. Both said the same thing, the A45S is in another league.
    As they say, you get what you pay for!

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Awesome The Tech Giant! Absolutely, the level of power that it produces is insane
      They really took their time producing it and it shows! 👌🏼

  • @ChrisBrown-ux8jn
    @ChrisBrown-ux8jn 2 года назад +2

    Really like your "normal guy in the Street" approach to your videos.

  • @michaelbampton7114
    @michaelbampton7114 2 года назад +9

    I have an A35 in Australia. As standard it came with the knobs on the steering wheel to adjust the drive mode and AMG dynamics. The car is fantastic to drive; the only I thing is, I would have loved the panamericana grill on the front.

    • @christianchristian5061
      @christianchristian5061 2 года назад +1

      I am still waiting for my AMG 35, i cant wait have many extras HUD upgraded sound & driver assist I think/hope/assume it has the Pan American grill

    • @shannonblack1394
      @shannonblack1394 2 года назад +2

      @@christianchristian5061 Pan-American grill is for the top of the ranges (A45).. But A35 is beautiful nonetheless!!

    • @myhd9693
      @myhd9693 2 года назад +2

      Weird how they didn’t put the AMG grille on the A 35, because my GLB35 has the panamericana grille

    • @shannonblack1394
      @shannonblack1394 2 года назад

      @@myhd9693 interesting indeed. I researched it and they've apparently since changed their minds. Apparently all AMGs will get the panamerica grille across all ranges, but they've only been doing this since 2021. The GLB 35 was released in 2021, the A35 and CLA 35 was released in 2020. Seems I was wrong.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Never thought of that! But there again, there is no GLB 45 S 🤓
      Wonder what that would look like? 🤔

  • @glennhenson4434
    @glennhenson4434 2 года назад +6

    Thanks Nick
    I made the decision last year to downsize from a now overpriced C63s.
    The A35 is great, but chose the A45 and have enjoyed every cent of the extra cost

  • @adamejones
    @adamejones 2 года назад +3

    I was faced with making this exact difficult choice just over a year ago.
    In the end I went for the A35 in dark grey with (I think it's called) the midnight pack (black trim and windows). But specifically as it comes as a saloon and I think it looks even better than the hatchback. It's a real wolf in sheep's clothing and surprises a few people....
    Playing a lot of golf and needing to carry equipment/luggage the additional space sealed the deal. And i'm not disappointed!
    It's an amazing car (the best I've owned), the performance is plenty for the UK and how the engineering achieves the fuel economy (as well as the performance) is astounding.
    I really enjoyed your videos, they've helped me to get to understand and get the most out of MBUX.
    Keep up the good work

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Ah awesome Adam! Sounds amazing!
      Thank you! I’ll try and keep them coming! 👀

  • @MoyaHu0819
    @MoyaHu0819 2 года назад +1

    Hi, Nick, just wanted to tell you that I've been working in MB for more than a decade, and I still learn a lot every time watching your videos. Thank you! Keep going!

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Thank you Moya Hu! Glad you’re loving the videos! I’ll keep them coming! 👀

  • @hazzard8760
    @hazzard8760 2 года назад +2

    I bought my new A45S registration ** 70 AMG from Swindon Mercedes last March, (Unfortunately Poole didn't have one even though I live not far away near Dorchester). There were only 2 other new models in the whole country. Now new ones are like hens teeth. Mercedes recently told me they have temporarily stopped production because of the chip shortages and are no longer taking orders as they cannot guaranteed a delivery date. It seems to have put up the residual value of mine to almost a whisker of what I paid for it with only 5000miles on the clock. I tried both but there was no contest. The A45S is an absolute overtaking missile. It just launches towards the horizon and never runs out of puff. A quick glance at the speedo after flooring it from 35mph to pass 3 cars in a slow moving queue of traffic (on a clear road) and you have reached 3 figures in no time before you realise you must ease back to avoid getting yourself in trouble. It claims to have 420bhp and I don't doubt it. I consider myself lucky as I run a VW Golf R32 Mk 5 from new in 2008 which I use as my daily driver. Its quick but not a patch on the A45S. Its like a pair of familiar carpet slippers and I'll never get rid of it as no-one would ever give me what its worth to me. But back to the A45S. Its a terrific car and incredibly engineered. AMG have done their work.. Thanks for all you tips and tricks Nick, absolutely invaluable. I am still learning new things about the Merc all the time.

  • @andrewhodges1805
    @andrewhodges1805 2 года назад +3

    Great video Nick. I've had an A35 Premium plus for a year and have no need to change it but yes the price difference was a factor.
    Keep up the good work with the videos in 2022.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thanks Andrew! 👍🏼🤓

  • @martynanstis1620
    @martynanstis1620 2 года назад +2

    Have had an A45 S for just over a year now (after a45 amg)
    Really pleased and like chalk and cheese from the last model. Had to wait from March until October for delivery due to covid.
    Everything is top notch and don’t be fooled by the high price quoted and use say carwow to negotiate a decent deal.
    Just wish it came with stuff that comes in other markets like HUD which isn’t available here.
    Highly recommended.

  • @tonycamilleri790
    @tonycamilleri790 2 года назад +1

    Hi Nick. Just a further general comment to thank you for producing such high quality videos. Very informative and easy to understand. Please keep it up so we can keep abreast of all the technology. It's amazing what can be picked up from watching your videos. 👍

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thank you Tony! 🙏
      Glad you’re loving the videos! 🤓
      I’ll try! 👀

  • @moyah8
    @moyah8 2 года назад +2

    Happy New Year to you Nick. Another great video... I'd love the A45s any day... what a beauty. Imagine that in Black with tinted windows all round.. phowerrrrrr.. here comes the beast.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Thanks moyah8! Happy New Year to you too! 🤓

  • @note20ultra37
    @note20ultra37 2 года назад +2

    Love these videos, you have an excellent and unique approach to cars. You should start doing car reviews of Mercedes and other luxury brands too. You will have a few million subs if you do that, you have the potential.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Thank you Note20 Ultra! Wow you think so? 😅 millions of subs?
      I mean I’m speechless and forever thankful at the 36k I have at the moment! 😅
      I’ll keep the videos coming and we’ll have to see what the future holds! 👍🏼

  • @Zen_mahalo
    @Zen_mahalo 2 года назад +2

    Love the videos great job
    All the way from US (NEW HAMPSHIRE) Currently own a A35 love it. But the grill on 45 love it.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thanks Joel! Glad you enjoyed it! 🤓

  • @iand.4396
    @iand.4396 2 года назад +1

    I chose the A45 S+ Plus, Patagonia Red, Black Leather. It is a monster. Was/is it worth the extra? YES, I love my car, it is capable on the high street and a beast on B and A roads.

  • @Ver958
    @Ver958 2 года назад +4

    I’d pick the A45 out of the 2 but I’d love a CLA45 if I was spending that much

    • @makatron
      @makatron 2 года назад +2

      For the money I'd also go for the CLA45 too, a lot more car for the money

  • @microbe8613
    @microbe8613 2 года назад +4

    Hi Nick, great video I agree with you re the additional cost of the 45S over the 35. Its just such a lot for the few additional bits. Unless money is no object of course! I have a CLA35 Shooting Brake and it's a brilliant car with enough power for almost every situation and it looks,s gorgeous in the white metallic paint. There are a few about with retrofitted Panamerica grills and 4 port exhausts which look good too!

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thank you! Oh wow a CLA 35 Shooting Brake! Very nice! 🤓
      Wouldn’t mind one of those myself! 👀

    • @LasloCanadi
      @LasloCanadi 2 года назад +1

      CLA 😍 👏

    • @makatron
      @makatron 2 года назад

      Yeah the grill can be replaced so easily, I can't imagine owning a car in the 80s when you basically were stuck with OEM or maybe in magazines you'd see an ad from a third-party.

  • @iDimitrisG7
    @iDimitrisG7 2 года назад +3

    the A35 starts from 60k here in Greece and the a45s from 76k!! The prices here are just ridiculous, something needs to happen

    • @rw80
      @rw80 2 года назад

      In the Netherlands it’s 70k and 85k….

  • @zanebowen5536
    @zanebowen5536 2 года назад +2

    Once you drive both you realise why the 45 is £17k more. Apart from looks the cars are miles apart, the performance difference is phenomenal

  • @poptya
    @poptya 2 года назад +1

    I love my A35. 2021, Mountain Grey, AMG night package, black rims. saloon. (sedan since Im in the states)

  • @Happytruth
    @Happytruth 2 года назад +2

    If I had to choose out the hot hatches I’d go with the 45s but I own a CLA 45s coupe and looks wise it can’t be beat IMO right there with the GT 4 door.

  • @darryl1139
    @darryl1139 2 года назад +1

    Happy New Year Nick. Awesome video as always mate 😀

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Darryl! 🤓

  • @richardbrennan5448
    @richardbrennan5448 2 года назад +1

    Hi Nick
    A Happy New Year to you.
    As you know, I bought an A35 Premium last year. I am very pleased with the car and don't think the opportunities to use the extra power of the A45S would come along very often on UK roads in a car used as a daily drive.
    However, I do regret the way MB package their cars. I would have very much liked the adaptive suspension as the ride is very firm, but my wife's absolute refusal to live with the larger spoiler on the Premium Plus ruled that out. Living in Farnham, which is the pot hole Capital of the world, I would also have preferred the 18" wheels, but again not an option unless I was willing to lose the larger screens and upgraded audio. I think MB could learn a lot from VW in this area as the long line of GTIs I had previously owned could very much be individually specified.
    .

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thanks Richard! And to you too!
      If don’t know the exact reason cars are package into Premium / Premium Plus but I would imagine it’s because of Mercedes-Benz vast model range, over 34 models I think from memory! 🤓

  • @davewesley11
    @davewesley11 2 года назад +1

    Love your vids Nick really informative .. keep em coming mate

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      I’ll try 🤓👀

  • @chipmunk2179
    @chipmunk2179 2 года назад +2

    I would have to say that the A45S is worth the extra cost over the A35 because i own an A45s and love it, great car. If i had an A35, I would be always thinking "I wish I went for the 45!"
    Great videos as always, keep it up.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thanks Martyn! I agree it would be tempting! 😅

  • @dazzadavadaski2607
    @dazzadavadaski2607 2 года назад +1

    You are incorrect about the A45s being the most powerful 2 litre car in the world..!!
    That belongs to...
    Koenigsegg calls the engine the Tiny Friendly Giant, or TFG for short, and it's an apt name. The TFG is a 2.0-liter twin-turbo three-cylinder that makes 600 horsepower.

    • @iand.4396
      @iand.4396 2 года назад +3

      The M/B engine is the most powerful 2.0ltr 4cyl engine in the world. The TFG is only 3cyl !

  • @genochurch5991
    @genochurch5991 2 года назад +1

    Nick > thanks for the video! I'm currently in a similar situation here in the States. I have a special order request with my dealer for a CLA35 (dealer has no current CLA 35 allotment) but my dealer has an allotment in two months for a CLA 45 that I can spec anyway I want. Price wise the CLA 45 the way I'm building it out is 8K more. I can talk myself into that. Decisons, decisions…

  • @grahamsmallpeice1212
    @grahamsmallpeice1212 Год назад

    Nice to see A35 AMG Saloon is getting the AMG Specific Grill…. according to the recent announcement

  • @makatron
    @makatron 2 года назад +1

    For the money, go all the way if you're already spending so much money. But also the CLA45 (or even CLA45s if available in country) for a whole lot more car and overall refined elegance.

  • @EdTateLondon
    @EdTateLondon 2 года назад +1

    I've had a a35 premium plus for just over 2 years now. I luckily picked it up as an ex demo (800 miles) for 36k. It's been an amazing car! I'd love to have the A45, I had one blaze past me the other day...but not in my price bracket. For the money the A35 is awesome car and held its value... just traded in for a GLB35... kids!

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Oh awesome! Very nice! Hey nothing wrong with a GLB 35! I saw one the other day and they look really good! Very sporty! 🚗 💨

  • @jenithli
    @jenithli 2 года назад +1

    Hi Nick, it seems that the following not related to this video, but whether you could show us the dynamic selection for "Individual" mode A35, CLA35, A45S, CLA45S. Such as the engine, transmission which are (Advance, moderate etc etc), what are they standing for?

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Hey jenithli, aha covered the Dynamic Select on this video here (with a small section on AMG’s)
      ruclips.net/video/XdYHeadHXLA/видео.html
      Does depend on the model though as to what is available. If you’re not sure about something, message me back and I can let you know 🤓

    • @iand.4396
      @iand.4396 Год назад +1

      On my A45 Plus S+ 'Individual' spec I've copied every setting from the 'Sport+ spec with the exception of the suspension, which I've left in the 'Comfort' spec, so I've got all the noise and Rev Blipping fun with a comfortable ride. If I ever need a firmer suspension setting, then 'Sport+' it is.

  • @Gazza90000
    @Gazza90000 2 года назад +1

    Great Video

  • @panagiwtisleousis8991
    @panagiwtisleousis8991 2 года назад +1

    45 for me for sure(if I HAD the money).a question nick.the colour is metallic or polar white?thanks in advance for your answer and happy new year to you and to all

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Digital White Metallic on that one 🤓

  • @TheIIILazaruSIII
    @TheIIILazaruSIII 2 года назад +1

    We went A35 but we have the panemerican grill, very happy, but more horsepower would be awesome

  • @MarkV100
    @MarkV100 2 года назад +1

    Hi Nick, I would opt for the A35 in premium plus configuration.
    It would be interesting to compare what insurance costs would be as well.
    UK road tax would be ery similar.
    Nice review... Thanks....

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thanks Mark! Yeah that would be interesting!

  • @LukeNEVR2L8
    @LukeNEVR2L8 Год назад

    There is a big difference between an MB engine tuned by AMG and an engine built from the ground up by AMG. It would be a shame if you could not tell them apart aesthetically. I am sure the A35 and C43 buyers would certainly be happy about that though.

  • @bokeerfamily-ox3yb
    @bokeerfamily-ox3yb Год назад +1

    Love the a35❤❤❤

  • @dantegiacomin2388
    @dantegiacomin2388 2 года назад +1

    My choice is the A35 from the cost perspective and the fact the maximum speed limit is 100kmph in Perth Australia. I also prefer a sedan (I have a A180 sedan) and I know the A35 comes in that body type.

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      It sure does! The saloon version looks pretty good! 👀

  • @ranjitdhiraj9974
    @ranjitdhiraj9974 2 года назад +1

    Happy new year 👍👍👍

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Happy New Year to you too! 🤓

  • @supervillan326
    @supervillan326 2 года назад +1

    The A45s looks superior and the performance is different level so is worth the extra. However for me, the CLA35 looks much classier than the CLA45s in my opinion. In CLA class therefore, it’s much harder to justify the price difference for me.

  • @TheJonasz27
    @TheJonasz27 2 года назад

    I have the 2021 A35 AMG premium plus and it’s such a great looking car and it sticks to the road. I have to admit I can’t really feel the 306bhp and it makes a dreadful wind noise passed 60mph

  • @fireblade6756
    @fireblade6756 2 года назад +1

    pretty obvious this even b4 u start!!! A45s+ is the top of the class, was 2 me when I test drove them, A45 everytime thanks!!!!

  • @jsinghdhillon2018
    @jsinghdhillon2018 2 года назад +1

    Hi Nick, A45S looks beautiful

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Jag! 🤓

  • @markshaz8691
    @markshaz8691 2 года назад +1

    Cheers Nick

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Thanks Mark! Tutorial next week 👀

  • @nbb6609
    @nbb6609 6 месяцев назад

    I have an A35 and went for the Executive package (yes I know) and I’m now in a position to change it but looking at a used C63 or the A45s. I’m not sure how much headache I could be in for if I go with the C63, it’s more of a hearth more than head idea. Head says A45s 😅

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  6 месяцев назад

      What’s wrong with the Executive Package? 😊 I was going to go for that on mine but decided to go Premium in the end because of a couple of extras that I fancied. Executive has loads of stuff on these days!
      Me I’d go A 45 S but….the current C 63’s will be the last of the V8s…so….
      It’s also rear wheel drive so can be interesting in the wet!

    • @nbb6609
      @nbb6609 6 месяцев назад

      @@npolearyjust that the RVs seem to be much stronger on the Premium Plus 😀

  • @mikehawk120
    @mikehawk120 2 года назад

    If I had to choose between the 35 and 45s, I’d def go with a MK8 golf R.

  • @tonycamilleri790
    @tonycamilleri790 2 года назад +1

    I chose the A35 P+ saloon in mountain grey. Looks like the bee's .... No regrets. Couldn't justify the huge price difference between the A35 and A45. Great machines.

  • @mikaspets6386
    @mikaspets6386 2 года назад +1

    A35 sedan👍

  • @Mooorino
    @Mooorino 2 года назад

    I got a question Nick. Does the heater warm up the petrol engine in my A250e?

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      It’ll warm up certain aspects of the battery, electric motors etc to ensure the fastest charging speed can be achieved when plugging in but not the engine directly. This will just heat up like normal when it’s in use 🤓

  • @adammitten752
    @adammitten752 2 года назад

    Would you recommend configuring an A Class with the Driver Assistance Pack? Or is this an unnecessary addition

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      I wouldn’t say it’s necessary but the features on there do help massively if you travel a lot on the motorway or lots of dual carriageways 🤓

    • @adammitten752
      @adammitten752 2 года назад

      @@npoleary amazing thank you 🙏 any idea why the Driving Assistance Pack is super rare on A Class’s? I’ve been looking for weeks and have only found 1-2 Used Models

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +1

      Driving Assistance Package is rare on all Mercedes in the UK to be honest!
      It’s mainly because of the road infrastructure aren’t as vast as some roads in Europe so isn’t something that is readily available and usually only found on factory orders / made to order cars.

  • @philjackson761
    @philjackson761 2 года назад

    I've bought the A35 it's y fantastic car

  • @kostkane5045
    @kostkane5045 5 месяцев назад

    completely diff cars.The 35 is just a tuned 250,the 45s is a handcrafted engine true amg

  • @angelsx82
    @angelsx82 2 года назад

    Another problem with my GLC .All the buttons around the console and the console as well stop working. It's the new MBUX system. Anyone with same problem???

  • @potatoaydin4112
    @potatoaydin4112 Год назад

    are the seats electric or manual

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  Год назад

      Double check with your local Mercedes as it depends on the specification of the car 🤓
      Most of the time, if it says Premium Plus as package in the UK, they might be on there but best to contact them to be sure

  • @street4142
    @street4142 Год назад

    Bro how tall are you? Do you play basketball?

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  Год назад

      6ft 2” and no I don’t 😅
      Tall enough to though! Haha

  • @diggernick6515
    @diggernick6515 Год назад +1

    When ur driving the car the A35 sounds better. Both sound ass in neutral.

  • @milesl6053
    @milesl6053 2 года назад

    is Mercedes gonna change a35 grill to a45s?

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад +2

      I don’t think so, that would be cool though but normally the AMG Specific Grille is just for the most powerful versions

  • @arturobotas8
    @arturobotas8 2 года назад +2

    Always Mercedes….

  • @Modise__ZA
    @Modise__ZA 2 года назад +1

    From these 2 I'd definitely choose an A45s but if I can afford A45s I rather add up then go for CLA45s

  • @jeremytay273
    @jeremytay273 2 года назад

    Looking in the comments for a David

  • @handydkman
    @handydkman 2 года назад

    Happy new year. Both cars are wrong - in white :-)

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      What colour would you go for? 🤓

    • @wolfgangezeh2221
      @wolfgangezeh2221 2 года назад +1

      @@npoleary matt black!

    • @handydkman
      @handydkman 2 года назад +1

      @@npoleary I go for dark colours. White cars is for girls in stilettos 😉

    • @iand.4396
      @iand.4396 Год назад +2

      @@handydkman My A45 S+ is Patagonia Red and looks fantastic, I often get comments at petrol stations & car parks, once a 'white van man' stopped whilst driving towards me, wound down his window, and shouted "Nice car, Great colour".

  • @isakhan.x
    @isakhan.x 2 года назад +1

    A35

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Me too! I’d go for that 🤫

    • @isakhan.x
      @isakhan.x 2 года назад +1

      @@npoleary I’ve got an A35 and I think it ticks all the boxes you don’t really need the A45s as you hit the speed limit very quick already in the A35

    • @npoleary
      @npoleary  2 года назад

      Agreed! I’d love one
      Maybe my next one…we’ll see 👀