4 doors....a reasonable boot....goes like fcuk....the first time I was in one I couldn't believe how ferocious it could be while overtaking....an amazing piece of kit....2.0 litre....stunning!!!
For me the AMG is head and shoulders above the RS in looks and, of course, the interior. Personally, I couldn't live with the RS interior especially. The AMG is expensive but it always feels special too, premium in fact.
This is an old video now but i’ve just watched, picking mine up very soon, a bit older, an original first gen with only 40k miles, can’t wait, the look on your face @Petrolped 👌🏻
mate, the quality and presentation of your videos is going through the roof! Excellent video, really enjoyed watching. I don't normally sit and watch long videos but this was very good from start to finish. Great stuff mate. The A45 is a really great car, I was tempted to buy it but I really wanted a manual again after my DSG Golf and so I didn't consider it because of that. Look forward to your Type R review...that one was very tempting so I'm keen to see what you think! Keep up the great work mate, you deserve so many more subs.
Thanks Justin. I try something new every time I get a car. Having a whole day helps massively ! We'll get there...what out Shmee we are coming for ya !!! The Type R was a riot ! The gear change was as good as I've ever experienced.
Excellent review again. I have to confess, until last year I was an Audi owner, but I made the mistake of going into a Mercedes showroom and came out with a C class coupe. There was something about the Mercedes interior that sold it to me, same as in your review.
Absolutely loving your reviews peter, your excitement and enthusiasm and being genuine is so infectious and I always get excited when I get notified on a upload you put up. Keep up the amazing work you have a very happy subscriber!!
I love to watch your videos Ped, keep up the good work. I was thinking what about some classic car drives( if you can fix it up), E-Type Jag, Triumph TR2 ,that kind of thing, beautiful machines that would make a whole new series of videos. I know those cars aren't easy to find but they often appear at Goodwood events, maybe a chat with their owners might be worthwhile..........
Now the next surprise..... Go and try a "A220d AMG Line", or A250 AMG. You will find that they drive and handle almost exactly the same. Same great handling and steering feel, but with less performance. But still a great drive. AMG Lines get >> AMG Body kit, Uprated brakes, Speedshift DCT, AMG SpeedSteer steering, Lowered suspension, and specific engine / transmission programming. So they offer a great package at a lower price. Unfortunately you dont get that exhaust noise though !.
Great review. I really like your style as you come across as a genuine enthusiast & a gent. Nothing flash just enthusiastic reviews & informed opinions which makes your videos refreshing. Great job.
Another great review, and finally in a Mercedes! The AMG's are really the way to go when you look at MB, like the GT-S, you can't always tell what kind of machine it is until you drive it.
I think you said it best when you said "if you want a car that gets you from A to B as fast as possible, you aren't going to go far wrong buying one of these" Ive been on the fence between an A45 and M140i
Petrol Ped absolutely but I'm living in Australia where the roads are dry 99% of the time so it's a hard choice. I think I like the pops and bangs of the A45 more though, the other option would be the Kia Stinger GT
Hi Pete your Enthusiasm is soo infectious i am realy giving some thought on buying a Honda Civic but the early model as i had a friend who had one and that k20 vtec was an amazing engine , i just love the way you do these vids because we can see the happiness the cars bring to your face, everytime you put your right foot down the smiles per miles are very showing that you love what you do, personally i see you doing maybe a bit of TV like Chris Harris if you stick at it best wishes SCOOBS UK [Wales].
Nice point about them testing every 100th engine....reliable sports car that without the spoiler looks like an amazing sleeper car 👌...A sports car you can drive at the weekend and if the missis wants to come along...there is room and easy to clean and place away for another day 🤔 Ferrari/Porsche performance without all the shite 😉
Great video. I picked up my A45 just after Christmas. I'm just starting to get a little more confident with it. The pops and crackles from the exhaust are addictive. Problem is it is just so bonkers fast!
+Petrol Ped I can think of worse. I had a BMW 135i coupe before and I have to say that at low revs the sound of that in line 6 took a lot of beating. I wonder if the fact that the RS3 is a 5 pot may bring it out at the top. Problem is it's even more expensive than the A45 and I hated the interior.
+Petrol Ped I can think of worse. I had a BMW 135i coupe before and I have to say that at low revs the sound of that in line 6 took a lot of beating. I wonder if the fact that the RS3 is a 5 pot may bring it out at the top. Problem is it's even more expensive than the A45 and I hated the interior.
Wow, another excellent and entertaining review Peter, thankyou. Have to say the interior looks in a different league to the RS, far more refined and sophisticated. Staggering to think that when I (we) were into hot hatches the good ones made around 120 brake and the modern equivalents are now producing three times that amount.... I like you have never been into Mercedes, but boy this car looks absolutely awesome. Also its great to see some of your other videos are racking up pretty healthy amounts of views and rightly so :)
Thanks Nick. I know what you mean. My dream XR2 had 80 bhp !!!! These cars are SO powerful but SO drivable too. I wish I knew the secret to getting huge views ! My channel continues to grow and I hope that if I continue to create videos people enjoy the views and subs will come.
I think you get the best of both worlds with this car, the bottom line is the Focus is always going to be in your face and lairey, a nice car for sure but then there will be days when you just want to go to work or just keep under the radar, the AMG would be the only one you could take to a funeral and not have to apologise to the widow but when the mood takes you, you could keep up and outrun the focus anyway, it wins hands down
Great video and fab channel! Any plans to review the Golf R in this series? I'd be interrelated to hear your thoughts on it as a cheaper alternative to the AMG - since it has 4WD and comes with DSG it seems like a natural comparison yet, like this car, some say it's too composed or well controlled. Keep the great content coming!
Cheers Chris. Yes, the Golf R is a car I want to put in the Series. I am just trying to find one at the moment. Hopefully I'll find one as the Golf was the first ever Hot Hatch and should be in the mix !
Petrol Ped. Defiantly would be a 2nd hand one,don't fancy selling one of my organ's to get one lol.Maybe in a few year's when the prices come down.Was playing with the idea of getting the Audi TT RS.Couldn't justify the price tag for a 2nd had one.Your talking twenty four grand with sixty odd thousand on the clock.So went for the GTC VXR instead. Very happy with it.Getting it remapped today :)
I was filming up there a few weeks back and I'll be there again as soon as my FRS arrives, fantastic roads! As for the A45, I'll take the car that lets me get my left leg involved...pulling a paddle is no substitute for proper driver involvement. Keep up the good work!
MarkCup70 yeah f1 drivers always complain about the paddles on f1 cars, they all wish they had more driver involvement that you can only get with a gear stick clutch combination...
You've completely missed the point! F1 cars are meant to lap quickly...there's no debate from me on that, paddle shift sequential/dual clutch gearboxes shift faster and more efficiently than manual 'boxes, that's why they use them. What they aren't though is involving...you think from pulling a paddle that you're as involved in the driving experience as you would be when using a manual shift?
MarkCup70 100% more involved! For me, actually owning an A45 and using it in real world situations, I can speak from experience. C mode full auto most of the time. When the situation calls for it S+ or full manual Race mode. Your hands do not leave the wheel. Your left leg does not have to muck about with the clutch (free for left foot braking if desired) The selectable modes (that are instant by the way not like the laggy mess ford implemented into the focus information screens) make the 45 a nice laid back gt or a track monster at the flick of a switch. You just can't get that in a manual, as fundamentally you will always have to change gear. You have no choice. Dct you get the best of both worlds. You can't get MORE involved than with a full auto dct box. You focus so much more and your hand - not having to leave the wheel to change gear = safer faster shifts. It's why every new super/sports car has one. The RS would of had one - but then it would have cost the same price as a Mercedes... let's be fair, almost everybody would pick the mercedes if they cost the same. The price is the rs trump card. If it cost 45k with options they would have been laughed at. Especially with that interior. Proper driver involvement - move on - manual boxes are dead. They are the slower budget option to keep costs down. Lamborghinis GTRs Ferraris etc. All got it wrong eh?.
I have one gently tuned to 420 and is now way under 4 secs to 62. It's amazing. Only criticism is the accelerator is too far to the right. Other than that - pretty perfect.
You hoonigan👍 Great car. My Uncle was the founder of the. Mercedes Club Great Britain. Just love your reviews down to earth and you seem to be having fun Keep it up🍺
Another fab video Peter. I might be old-fashioned but I'd like to know where all the manual gear boxes have gone? I know you say you have a manual option but there's nothing like a good gear change and 100% control of revs and gear changes. Admittedly auto gear boxes can change a lot quicker than a manual and Mercedes auto gear boxes are second to none. Lovely car but bit pricey! I absolutely agree with your comments about buying something cheaper and having the same amount of fun. There are lots of cars for sale out there today with 300+ bhp for less than 10 grand and lets face it, how much power do you actually need on UK roads!
Tune in next Friday as I have just finished filming with the Civic Type R and that thing has one of the best manual gearboxes I have ever driven ! The best was my old Honda S2000 !! A hugely engaging drive if you can live with the boy racer looks !
Another great Video and another great car reviewed! I do like the understated looks I would probably go as a far as de-badging it too. But at £50k it really should be good!
fantastic video. you're genuinely expressing yourself while driving and that really gives viewers a taste of what it's like to drive the car. well done! By the way , for viewers, i suggest going on a website like carwow or other and build the car that way and you'll certainly get 10 to 15 percent off the price when the different merc showrooms bid against eachother and make the car more affordable. From a price perspective though, with the new road tax rules coming into effect, any car with a list price of over £40k will incur a huge amount of additional tax over 5 years to the tune of roughly £1.5k which is a real shame
Great Review, Didnt drive the Focus rs( Sat in one) but drove the Rs3 and felt that the basics (Seats, Driving Position, Steering Feel, Steering Wheel and Brakes where all better in A45 so i bought one. Rs3 was a tad quicker, or felt quicker and the engine sound was good, but was too bland inside, well built, but bland and the steering and brakes were naff in my opinion. It squirmed all over the place under heavy braking probably due to the smallish discs on the rear, seem to have to much front bias. The test drive on the A45 was the first time i had driven a Merc and i knew straight away i had to have it. It was real event inside and out. I have been driving fast Vw and Audis for years and avoided Mercs like the plauge but i really think the company is on a roll at the mo. Love my 45, if it had a Type R manual gearbox it would be perfect. Not a big price difference on low milage used Rs Focus (34 to 36.5k) and a low milage, good spec, aero kit facelift A45. 2-3K tops. You get allot more kit and tech on the A45.
at the end of the day its a car to have fun in , and you dont buy it for fuel economy but what was your average mpg like after driving the car hard for the review, great review of the a45
Thanks for the Sub. Welcome to the channel. This was done a few years ago, hopefully I have got much better since then and have certainly driven some amazing cars and done some incredible things. Have a look around 👍
AMG & Audi both great German cars that are built to last and go like stink when needed I'm big fan of the S63 AMG what a stunning motor and boy can it shift. A great review Pedro well done fella. Kind Regards Alan B.
Hi Pedro, I have not made any negative comments I always enjoy the work you produce or is this aimed at some other feedback you may have received but I'm not guilty. Regards, Alan Butterfield
Why can't Porsche get 380bhp out of their 2.0 Litre 718 Boxster? and more again from the 2.5 Litre 718 BoxsterS? Great video, I am an Audi fan, not into Mercedes, so looking forward to your S3 review. Had one pass me the otherday and it was lowered, Black with blacked out windows and god knows what exhaust but it was like Thor over taking me :-)
I think Porsches problem is that if they got more out of the Boxster/Cayman engine the car would start to spoil the 911's party ! I am trying really hard to get an RS3. Watch this space. Just tested the Civic Type R today...be prepared to be surprised !
Nice car and amazing performance but at an amazing price, for 50K i'd be looking at other sports cars say a Porsche Boxster S 718. I guess what i'm saying is i've never been a Mercedes fan and i never will, it's just personal taste so nothing against Mercs as a whole and i do agree it is an awesome car with a superior cabin to an RS but i would have something else entirely. Love the video Peter and i liked the on board outside the car shots especially.
Cheers Rob. This is what I love about cars. We all like different things. I agree if I was spending £50k on a car I would also be looking at something like a 718 Boxster S. We think alike !!
Another great vid mate. Do you think you would ever fancy reviewing a 2017 Maserati Ghibli ? That's what I have. Curious to hear your opinion. It has gotten mixed reviews.
+frank bianchimano Err...YES !!! I'd love to as I've never even been in a Maserati let alone drive one. Where do you live ? We could arrange to meet up 👍
Hey there Petrol Ped, great video of a car that, unfortunately, we don't have here in the States and may never have. If I may offer a little suggestion on the video... background music when you are speaking is too loud and comes off as distracting - makes it hard to hear/understand you sometimes; otherwise, nice camera angles/views and transitions. Looking forward to your next video :-)
Is it not in the US due to emissions laws ? Thanks for the feedback on background music. I'm still learning and trying new things. The balance of audio levels is tricky. I listen through the video lots of times to check but appreciate it might not have got it quite right. Great feedback and I'll take it on-board for the next vid...Thanks :-)
Hey Peter... nothing to due with emissions laws as they do import the AMG GLA45, it has all to do with marketing - Hatchbacks are not big sellers here in the USA, we just can't seem to get enough of SUVs (excuse me while I barf), so Mercedes has decided to skip the North American market entirely with its A-class. Even Audi only imports the A3/S3 in sedan form here. Ford took a big risk finally bringing the RS here, and it seems to be a success as they have completely sold-out so there may be a glimmer of hope that in the future we will start to get these wonderful German hot-hatches!
Interesting ! We do love out hot hatches over here. Our roads are made for them. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you that more hatches come over. We spent years wanting muscle cars like the Mustang and we know have those :-)
Hi Carl. I have a Megane 275 Cup S coming soon hopefully and I'm driving the Civic Type R today so it will be good to get a couple of front wheel drivers into the Hot Hatch Series.
You know when you haggle with a second hand car dealer? can you do the same at a brand new showroom? I configured mine to 50k also.. but should I expect to pay the lot? Or are there deals to be done? I ask because you obviously know what you're talking about, and if I go armed with knoekegde I might save a few quid... I'm fancying the yellow night edition
Hi Ian. To be honest I don't know how open to a deal Mercedes are. I would imagine they will do deals on finance and PX. At the end of the day they will want to sell you a car. I find not being too enthusiastic helps !
To be honest although I've driven both I'd need to drive them back to back to give a decent opinion and probably on a track where you can take them beyond their limit, which you just can't do legally on the road. They both felt good and gave that power somewhere to go in both cars :-)
How did the AWD feel being haldex vs. the trick Focus AWD with more rear bias, or your B8 S4 traditional torsen quattro? Try the CLA shooting brake for comparison sake vs. the S4 too please.
The A45 felt vey similar to the S4 in terms of grip. The RS did have the option for more rear bias and slip which as I say in the film is something some drivers will want to exploit. There will be more AMGs coming, just need to decide which ones !!
Petrol Ped trying to choose between the R and A45 and the overall result seems to be the Golf R is more fun but A45 is faster. I want the opinion of someone who isn't a "journalist" as such
I am trying really hard to get one as I think it is going to be very good ! Just need to find a dealer with a demonstrator that they will let me play with !
The a45 is a great car much better than the s3 and golf r. But don't you find the focus rs impressive considering its a lot cheaper, down on power and is at a disadvantage being a manual vs a dual clutch. Yet despite all this it can beat an a45 round a circuit
This may have been a good video, but I couldn't hear most of it due to the awful background music. Guys, the last time I heard incidental music on TH-cam like this was the very early days of car magazine internet videos back in the early noughties. For the love of God!?
Sorry you didn't like it. I'm always keen to take on feedback and look for ways to improve so thanks for letting me know what you thought. Using music is a fine balance and sometimes it doesn't work for some.
evorobin only in a straight line pal. One trick pony. It cant corner like the Benz or Focus as is proved by lap times all round the world. When Audi offer wider front tyres as option you know the chassis has issues with understeer. Great car the rs3 but understeers like a pig, just like most Audis, i know i've had several.
Petrol Ped just wait until they get demos in. It will be faster than the A45/RS focus and lighter than the current RS3 - this will get rid of the understeer. It seems that the A45 will smash the focus RS anyway.
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Just bought one of these, with full performance package, 2016 model, 59000kms , it's an absolute beast, it just brings a smile to your face 👍
A45S is a beast
4 doors....a reasonable boot....goes like fcuk....the first time I was in one I couldn't believe how ferocious it could be while overtaking....an amazing piece of kit....2.0 litre....stunning!!!
Agree 100%
For me the AMG is head and shoulders above the RS in looks and, of course, the interior. Personally, I couldn't live with the RS interior especially. The AMG is expensive but it always feels special too, premium in fact.
+Christopher Bell I agree mate 👍
Christopher Bell well said
I keep returning to this video! Such a great review with excitement throughout and I purchased one after seeing this..😂
Yay! Thank you!
Love the A45 so much I’ve just taken delivery of my second
They are awesome bits of kit !
This is an old video now but i’ve just watched, picking mine up very soon, a bit older, an original first gen with only 40k miles, can’t wait, the look on your face @Petrolped 👌🏻
mate, the quality and presentation of your videos is going through the roof! Excellent video, really enjoyed watching. I don't normally sit and watch long videos but this was very good from start to finish. Great stuff mate. The A45 is a really great car, I was tempted to buy it but I really wanted a manual again after my DSG Golf and so I didn't consider it because of that. Look forward to your Type R review...that one was very tempting so I'm keen to see what you think! Keep up the great work mate, you deserve so many more subs.
Thanks Justin. I try something new every time I get a car. Having a whole day helps massively ! We'll get there...what out Shmee we are coming for ya !!!
The Type R was a riot ! The gear change was as good as I've ever experienced.
Excellent review again. I have to confess, until last year I was an Audi owner, but I made the mistake of going into a Mercedes showroom and came out with a C class coupe. There was something about the Mercedes interior that sold it to me, same as in your review.
Absolutely loving your reviews peter, your excitement and enthusiasm and being genuine is so infectious and I always get excited when I get notified on a upload you put up. Keep up the amazing work you have a very happy subscriber!!
You've just made my day. I do Petrol Ped because I love cars and if I can share that with people and they enjoy it too thats makes my happy :-)
I love to watch your videos Ped, keep up the good work. I was thinking what about some classic car drives( if you can fix it up), E-Type Jag, Triumph TR2 ,that kind of thing, beautiful machines that would make a whole new series of videos. I know those cars aren't easy to find but they often appear at Goodwood events, maybe a chat with their owners might be worthwhile..........
FGl 81 As it happens I know an owner of a stunning E Type. Just need to wait for the good weather 👍
Petrol Ped Great stuff, some of those classics really deserve to be seen more often.
Petrol Ped That sounds awesome👌. Definitely looking forward to that one.
If a ever get a hot hatch this is the one I'd want. The Ford Focus rs is to popular were I live . The a45 is just the right mix of sleeper and class
Agreed 👍
These hot hatches have come on a bit since my XR3i back in the day. That Merc looks very nice and agree with having the spoiler on the back.
Ah...the XR3i...boy did I want one of those when I was a kid !
This is one car I wish was sold in the USA it sounds so GOOD!!! I’d go with the performance exhaust also and the aero pack as well!
Simply epic car. I see you are delving into my back catalogue 👏👏👏
Petrol Ped yea I am lol. listening well working and watching on my breaks
Now the next surprise..... Go and try a "A220d AMG Line", or A250 AMG. You will find that they drive and handle almost exactly the same. Same great handling and steering feel, but with less performance. But still a great drive.
AMG Lines get >> AMG Body kit, Uprated brakes, Speedshift DCT, AMG SpeedSteer steering, Lowered suspension, and specific engine / transmission programming. So they offer a great package at a lower price. Unfortunately you dont get that exhaust noise though !.
Great review. I really like your style as you come across as a genuine enthusiast & a gent. Nothing flash just enthusiastic reviews & informed opinions which makes your videos refreshing. Great job.
Cheers David. Kind of you to say. That is the style I am aiming for :-)
Another great review, and finally in a Mercedes! The AMG's are really the way to go when you look at MB, like the GT-S, you can't always tell what kind of machine it is until you drive it.
I think you said it best when you said "if you want a car that gets you from A to B as fast as possible, you aren't going to go far wrong buying one of these"
Ive been on the fence between an A45 and M140i
AWD vs RWD 😜
Petrol Ped absolutely but I'm living in Australia where the roads are dry 99% of the time so it's a hard choice.
I think I like the pops and bangs of the A45 more though, the other option would be the Kia Stinger GT
Kia Stinger GT....great car !
Hi Pete your Enthusiasm is soo infectious i am realy giving some thought on buying a Honda Civic but the early model as i had a friend who had one and that k20 vtec was an amazing engine , i just love the way you do these vids because we can see the happiness the cars bring to your face, everytime you put your right foot down the smiles per miles are very showing that you love what you do, personally i see you doing maybe a bit of TV like Chris Harris if you stick at it best wishes SCOOBS UK [Wales].
Thank you my friend. I'll be coming the the small screen early next year as it happens 😜👍
Nice point about them testing every 100th engine....reliable sports car that without the spoiler looks like an amazing sleeper car 👌...A sports car you can drive at the weekend and if the missis wants to come along...there is room and easy to clean and place away for another day 🤔 Ferrari/Porsche performance without all the shite 😉
Another great review and wow what a car.......that's the best car in Mercedes range by a country mile
+Andrew Lord It was very impressive. I need to drive a V8 AMG now 😎
Great video. I picked up my A45 just after Christmas. I'm just starting to get a little more confident with it. The pops and crackles from the exhaust are addictive. Problem is it is just so bonkers fast!
Nice problem to live with though !
+Petrol Ped I can think of worse. I had a BMW 135i coupe before and I have to say that at low revs the sound of that in line 6 took a lot of beating. I wonder if the fact that the RS3 is a 5 pot may bring it out at the top. Problem is it's even more expensive than the A45 and I hated the interior.
+Petrol Ped I can think of worse. I had a BMW 135i coupe before and I have to say that at low revs the sound of that in line 6 took a lot of beating. I wonder if the fact that the RS3 is a 5 pot may bring it out at the top. Problem is it's even more expensive than the A45 and I hated the interior.
Wow, another excellent and entertaining review Peter, thankyou. Have to say the interior looks in a different league to the RS, far more refined and sophisticated. Staggering to think that when I (we) were into hot hatches the good ones made around 120 brake and the modern equivalents are now producing three times that amount.... I like you have never been into Mercedes, but boy this car looks absolutely awesome. Also its great to see some of your other videos are racking up pretty healthy amounts of views and rightly so :)
Thanks Nick. I know what you mean. My dream XR2 had 80 bhp !!!! These cars are SO powerful but SO drivable too. I wish I knew the secret to getting huge views ! My channel continues to grow and I hope that if I continue to create videos people enjoy the views and subs will come.
Thank you 😄 i am sure now
Planning to upgrade my A200 to an A45 eventually, but would only consider one with the aero pack fitted. Needs to have that badass look 😬👍🏼
That’s a big upgrade
@@samcharles Absolutely 👍🏼😁
Awesome review and terrific car.
Love the format and editing on your videos
Keep up the great work
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it :-)
Wonderful video Ped mate.👍🏻. I adore that car. 😊
Cheers. I was great fun to drive !
I think you get the best of both worlds with this car, the bottom line is the Focus is always going to be in your face and lairey, a nice car for sure but then there will be days when you just want to go to work or just keep under the radar, the AMG would be the only one you could take to a funeral and not have to apologise to the widow but when the mood takes you, you could keep up and outrun the focus anyway, it wins hands down
I love that analogy !!!
Impressive vid Pete really enjoyed it. The interior looked quality but outside just looked to plain. That gearbox though wow!!
+Ian Cross Thanks Ian. As one of my top subscribers I'm chuffed you liked it. Yep that gearbox was stunning 👍👍
Great video and fab channel! Any plans to review the Golf R in this series? I'd be interrelated to hear your thoughts on it as a cheaper alternative to the AMG - since it has 4WD and comes with DSG it seems like a natural comparison yet, like this car, some say it's too composed or well controlled.
Keep the great content coming!
Cheers Chris. Yes, the Golf R is a car I want to put in the Series. I am just trying to find one at the moment. Hopefully I'll find one as the Golf was the first ever Hot Hatch and should be in the mix !
Hi Ped! What a juicy peach monster this AMG really is.0-60mph in 4.2sec Wow! Shame about the price tag :( Great review as always ;)
It is a bit on the steep side. It does feel premium however but I would go for a used ex-demonstrator as I always do !
Petrol Ped. Defiantly would be a 2nd hand one,don't fancy selling one of my organ's to get one lol.Maybe in a few year's when the prices come down.Was playing with the idea of getting the Audi TT RS.Couldn't justify the price tag for a 2nd had one.Your talking twenty four grand with sixty odd thousand on the clock.So went for the GTC VXR instead. Very happy with it.Getting it remapped today :)
I was filming up there a few weeks back and I'll be there again as soon as my FRS arrives, fantastic roads! As for the A45, I'll take the car that lets me get my left leg involved...pulling a paddle is no substitute for proper driver involvement.
Keep up the good work!
MarkCup70 yeah f1 drivers always complain about the paddles on f1 cars, they all wish they had more driver involvement that you can only get with a gear stick clutch combination...
You've completely missed the point! F1 cars are meant to lap quickly...there's no debate from me on that, paddle shift sequential/dual clutch gearboxes shift faster and more efficiently than manual 'boxes, that's why they use them.
What they aren't though is involving...you think from pulling a paddle that you're as involved in the driving experience as you would be when using a manual shift?
MarkCup70 100% more involved! For me, actually owning an A45 and using it in real world situations, I can speak from experience. C mode full auto most of the time. When the situation calls for it S+ or full manual Race mode. Your hands do not leave the wheel. Your left leg does not have to muck about with the clutch (free for left foot braking if desired)
The selectable modes (that are instant by the way not like the laggy mess ford implemented into the focus information screens) make the 45 a nice laid back gt or a track monster at the flick of a switch. You just can't get that in a manual, as fundamentally you will always have to change gear. You have no choice. Dct you get the best of both worlds.
You can't get MORE involved than with a full auto dct box. You focus so much more and your hand - not having to leave the wheel to change gear = safer faster shifts.
It's why every new super/sports car has one. The RS would of had one - but then it would have cost the same price as a Mercedes... let's be fair, almost everybody would pick the mercedes if they cost the same. The price is the rs trump card. If it cost 45k with options they would have been laughed at. Especially with that interior.
Proper driver involvement - move on - manual boxes are dead. They are the slower budget option to keep costs down. Lamborghinis GTRs Ferraris etc. All got it wrong eh?.
You need a driver-less car...that's the natural evolution of your argument.
You'll be even more involved then, eh?
No, wait...
Great rebuttal. Said nobody ever.
Point entirely missed.
I have one gently tuned to 420 and is now way under 4 secs to 62. It's amazing. Only criticism is the accelerator is too far to the right. Other than that - pretty perfect.
That sounds like a beast !
You hoonigan👍 Great car. My Uncle was the founder of the. Mercedes Club Great Britain. Just love your reviews down to earth and you seem to be having fun Keep it up🍺
+1BLUEMEANIE So chuffed you enjoyed my review. I loved this car and my aim is to do down to earth reviews 👍
Another fab video Peter. I might be old-fashioned but I'd like to know where all the manual gear boxes have gone? I know you say you have a manual option but there's nothing like a good gear change and 100% control of revs and gear changes. Admittedly auto gear boxes can change a lot quicker than a manual and Mercedes auto gear boxes are second to none. Lovely car but bit pricey! I absolutely agree with your comments about buying something cheaper and having the same amount of fun. There are lots of cars for sale out there today with 300+ bhp for less than 10 grand and lets face it, how much power do you actually need on UK roads!
Tune in next Friday as I have just finished filming with the Civic Type R and that thing has one of the best manual gearboxes I have ever driven ! The best was my old Honda S2000 !! A hugely engaging drive if you can live with the boy racer looks !
Another great Video and another great car reviewed! I do like the understated looks I would probably go as a far as de-badging it too.
But at £50k it really should be good!
I know it's a lot of money. I'd probably buy a used car. 12 month old ex demonstrator. I reckon £35-40k would get you a nice one.
subscribed. loved your take on cars. just wished we had this particular car in the US as I'd love to own one
Hi Dan. Thanks for the Sub. I've only just found out you guys on the other side of the pond can't get these. Is it an emissions thing ?
Need more of these reviews ,keep up the good work 👊🏿
Cheers Colin. There are plenty more on my channel for you to explore 😜
If you think the sound of the exhaust is amazing, how would you describe the sound of the RS3 when you finally review it, can't wait for that one
I know, that inline 5 sounds awesome !
Another great review Peter! Out of interest, if it was your money what would you choose between the A45 AMG or an Audi TTS?
A45 ! As an Audi guy I can't believe I've just said that but it really was very good.
Wow! Enjoy the Civic Type R today 😀
fantastic video. you're genuinely expressing yourself while driving and that really gives viewers a taste of what it's like to drive the car. well done!
By the way , for viewers, i suggest going on a website like carwow or other and build the car that way and you'll certainly get 10 to 15 percent off the price when the different merc showrooms bid against eachother and make the car more affordable.
From a price perspective though, with the new road tax rules coming into effect, any car with a list price of over £40k will incur a huge amount of additional tax over 5 years to the tune of roughly £1.5k which is a real shame
Glad you enjoyed it Mandeep. Check out the other cars in the Hot Hatch Series too :-)
i'm definitely looking forward to checking those out too!
But first...i'm going to watch this one again and listen to that exhaust a few more times!
+Mandeep Panesar Good plan 👍
Great video mate very enjoyable yet again, hopefully 1st go in a m600 tomorrow
That'll be awesome !
Great Review, Didnt drive the Focus rs( Sat in one) but drove the Rs3 and felt that the basics (Seats, Driving Position, Steering Feel, Steering Wheel and Brakes where all better in A45 so i bought one. Rs3 was a tad quicker, or felt quicker and the engine sound was good, but was too bland inside, well built, but bland and the steering and brakes were naff in my opinion. It squirmed all over the place under heavy braking probably due to the smallish discs on the rear, seem to have to much front bias. The test drive on the A45 was the first time i had driven a Merc and i knew straight away i had to have it. It was real event inside and out. I have been driving fast Vw and Audis for years and avoided Mercs like the plauge but i really think the company is on a roll at the mo. Love my 45, if it had a Type R manual gearbox it would be perfect. Not a big price difference on low milage used Rs Focus (34 to 36.5k) and a low milage, good spec, aero kit facelift A45. 2-3K tops. You get allot more kit and tech on the A45.
Interesting and I don't blame you. I'm looking forward to getting behind the wheel of an RS3.
The gearbox in the Type R is absolutely SUPERB !!!!
I may be wrong, but something tells me you enjoyed your day!!
Oh yes !
at the end of the day its a car to have fun in , and you dont buy it for fuel economy but what was your average mpg like after driving the car hard for the review, great review of the a45
adphotographyful To be honest I didn't check but I would imagine low 20s at best !
Great review - real world stuff - very impressive car - new sub
Thanks for the Sub. Welcome to the channel. This was done a few years ago, hopefully I have got much better since then and have certainly driven some amazing cars and done some incredible things. Have a look around 👍
AMG & Audi both great German cars that are built to last and go like stink when needed I'm big fan of the S63 AMG what a stunning motor and boy can it shift. A great review Pedro well done fella. Kind Regards Alan B.
+Alan Butterfield Cheers Alan. Glad you enjoyed it.
Good video, but totally ruined by awful intrusive music. Absolutely, mind numbingly, annoying
Sorry you didn't like it but thanks for the feedback. I will take it on baord as I'm always looking to improve things.
Hi Pedro, I have not made any negative comments I always enjoy the work you produce or is this aimed at some other feedback you may have received but I'm not guilty. Regards, Alan Butterfield
Great. Looking forward to that. :)
Why can't Porsche get 380bhp out of their 2.0 Litre 718 Boxster? and more again from the 2.5 Litre 718 BoxsterS? Great video, I am an Audi fan, not into Mercedes, so looking forward to your S3 review. Had one pass me the otherday and it was lowered, Black with blacked out windows and god knows what exhaust but it was like Thor over taking me :-)
I think Porsches problem is that if they got more out of the Boxster/Cayman engine the car would start to spoil the 911's party ! I am trying really hard to get an RS3. Watch this space. Just tested the Civic Type R today...be prepared to be surprised !
Nice car and amazing performance but at an amazing price, for 50K i'd be looking at other sports cars say a Porsche Boxster S 718. I guess what i'm saying is i've never been a Mercedes fan and i never will, it's just personal taste so nothing against Mercs as a whole and i do agree it is an awesome car with a superior cabin to an RS but i would have something else entirely. Love the video Peter and i liked the on board outside the car shots especially.
Cheers Rob. This is what I love about cars. We all like different things. I agree if I was spending £50k on a car I would also be looking at something like a 718 Boxster S. We think alike !!
Great Ped! Good that you lager on have turned down the music 👍
Another great vid mate. Do you think you would ever fancy reviewing a 2017 Maserati Ghibli ? That's what I have. Curious to hear your opinion. It has gotten mixed reviews.
+frank bianchimano Err...YES !!! I'd love to as I've never even been in a Maserati let alone drive one. Where do you live ? We could arrange to meet up 👍
Petrol Ped would love to unfortunately I'm in the US. sorry mate. thought maybe there was a Maserati dealer in your area.
Oh...that's not going to work LOL !! I'll start exploring Maserati and see what I can do :-)
Petrol Ped looking forward to it !
Great videomas always, I would love to see you in the new BMW 5 series!
Me too :-)
One for the every growing list !
Hi Pete, have you driven a Golf R.....can't find one in your video list?
ive got gla45 yellow night awsome little rig ...the a45 yellow night looks awsome but i wanted a little more comfort so gla won
I love that spec. Tempted by one myself !
Hey Pete! Just wondering if you’d ever thought of doing a bargain hyper hatch review.
BMW M140i?? All that fun for £25k!!?
Great idea :-)
Great review! What year/model was this? I didn't realise you could set individual settings for race exhaust in comfort mode? Cheers
2017 I think 🤔
Hey there Petrol Ped, great video of a car that, unfortunately, we don't have here in the States and may never have. If I may offer a little suggestion on the video... background music when you are speaking is too loud and comes off as distracting - makes it hard to hear/understand you sometimes; otherwise, nice camera angles/views and transitions. Looking forward to your next video :-)
Is it not in the US due to emissions laws ? Thanks for the feedback on background music. I'm still learning and trying new things. The balance of audio levels is tricky. I listen through the video lots of times to check but appreciate it might not have got it quite right. Great feedback and I'll take it on-board for the next vid...Thanks :-)
Hey Peter... nothing to due with emissions laws as they do import the AMG GLA45, it has all to do with marketing - Hatchbacks are not big sellers here in the USA, we just can't seem to get enough of SUVs (excuse me while I barf), so Mercedes has decided to skip the North American market entirely with its A-class. Even Audi only imports the A3/S3 in sedan form here. Ford took a big risk finally bringing the RS here, and it seems to be a success as they have completely sold-out so there may be a glimmer of hope that in the future we will start to get these wonderful German hot-hatches!
Interesting ! We do love out hot hatches over here. Our roads are made for them. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you that more hatches come over. We spent years wanting muscle cars like the Mustang and we know have those :-)
Really nice if you like bits of red everywhere in the interior, even red air vents🙄
LOL !
Need to test drive a Renaultsport Megane cup S or Trophy R
Hi Carl. I have a Megane 275 Cup S coming soon hopefully and I'm driving the Civic Type R today so it will be good to get a couple of front wheel drivers into the Hot Hatch Series.
Great video
Thanks Martin...great car :-)
You know when you haggle with a second hand car dealer? can you do the same at a brand new showroom? I configured mine to 50k also.. but should I expect to pay the lot? Or are there deals to be done? I ask because you obviously know what you're talking about, and if I go armed with knoekegde I might save a few quid... I'm fancying the yellow night edition
Hi Ian. To be honest I don't know how open to a deal Mercedes are. I would imagine they will do deals on finance and PX. At the end of the day they will want to sell you a car. I find not being too enthusiastic helps !
Immense indeed my friend. 😄
Oh yes :-)
Had to go out and get one. The End
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I'm interested to hear your thoughts on the Haldex AWD system in the A45 vs the rear bias torque vectoring AWD system in the Focus RS.
To be honest although I've driven both I'd need to drive them back to back to give a decent opinion and probably on a track where you can take them beyond their limit, which you just can't do legally on the road. They both felt good and gave that power somewhere to go in both cars :-)
how about the leg room at the back? thanks
Pretty good actually :-)
Ever time I watch these I can't help noticing you sound like Tim shaw
Is that good or bad lol
I'm not sure ;-)
How did the AWD feel being haldex vs. the trick Focus AWD with more rear bias, or your B8 S4 traditional torsen quattro? Try the CLA shooting brake for comparison sake vs. the S4 too please.
The A45 felt vey similar to the S4 in terms of grip. The RS did have the option for more rear bias and slip which as I say in the film is something some drivers will want to exploit. There will be more AMGs coming, just need to decide which ones !!
How does the power and torque feel compared to your S model Audi Pp ?
The A45 is probably a touch quicker but when I drove this one I had a B8.5 S4, my new B9 would give it a run for it’s money I think 😜
Welcome to have a shot in mine 500bhp
More hot hatch videos please.
Sure thing. I'm driving the Megane 275 Cup S next weekend :-)
It's just a Citroen in a sports jacket ,!
you should review a nissan 370z nismo?¿
I should :-) Not driven one of those yet but will look into it !
aaaa my dream car😭 can u give this car to me as present 😩😭
You going to do the new golf R with the 7speed/310ps? I want see how it compares
+Josh Thorpe I am trying to get hold of one 👍
Petrol Ped trying to choose between the R and A45 and the overall result seems to be the Golf R is more fun but A45 is faster. I want the opinion of someone who isn't a "journalist" as such
I watched your focus RS review too, their the main 3 I'm choosing from
I am trying really hard to get one as I think it is going to be very good ! Just need to find a dealer with a demonstrator that they will let me play with !
0:45 song name please?
Hi Peter remember me
Of course Buddy :-)
Great video but not a Mercedes fan, not for me, give me Audi or BMW
The a45 is a great car much better than the s3 and golf r. But don't you find the focus rs impressive considering its a lot cheaper, down on power and is at a disadvantage being a manual vs a dual clutch. Yet despite all this it can beat an a45 round a circuit
For the money the Focus RS and Honda Civic Type R are very hard to beat :-)
This may have been a good video, but I couldn't hear most of it due to the awful background music. Guys, the last time I heard incidental music on TH-cam like this was the very early days of car magazine internet videos back in the early noughties. For the love of God!?
Sorry you didn't like it. I'm always keen to take on feedback and look for ways to improve so thanks for letting me know what you thought. Using music is a fine balance and sometimes it doesn't work for some.
Your music on the background sucks big time
Gotta try these things but this film was quite a while ago now. My style had evolved since then 👍
Agree. All of the music you need comes out of those tailpipes 😁
the most powerful is the Audi RS3 ...
I know the new RS3 has 400 bhp but you can't buy one right now. This won't be the most powerful for long !
Forget the Focus RS the Audi RS3 eats both!!
You may well be correct and I want to find out. I am just struggling to get hold of an RS3 to drive. I will get on eventually !
Petrol Ped the new RS3 hatch will be out soon with 400 HP! Try that one?!
I'm trying but even Audi PR don't have one !!!
evorobin only in a straight line pal. One trick pony. It cant corner like the Benz or Focus as is proved by lap times all round the world. When Audi offer wider front tyres as option you know the chassis has issues with understeer. Great car the rs3 but understeers like a pig, just like most Audis, i know i've had several.
Petrol Ped just wait until they get demos in. It will be faster than the A45/RS focus and lighter than the current RS3 - this will get rid of the understeer. It seems that the A45 will smash the focus RS anyway.