最近谍照记者拍到了一组奔驰CLA45高性能版车型在纽伯格林测试的照片。这辆测试车看起来与以前拍到的车型差不多，不过奔驰工程师不可能完全遮住整个车头，因为前脸边缘的进气口将为引擎输送冷空气，如果遮住了就影响引擎散热。格栅边缘的竖条很可能是临时安装的，量产版很可能采用水平横杠。前大灯上部边缘斜线切入格栅，就像人在皱眉头。车身侧面可见拱形车顶，这样的设计可以提升车身气动布局，但会限制后排乘客头部空间。车顶后部线条很短，且大角度与行李箱盖融合。在行李箱盖顶部有一个小的扰流唇。底部双排气尾管周围设置了散流器，两边与车尾融合。由于CLA级车型与奔驰其他紧凑车型共享平台，因此其内装也将与其他车型共享。包括数字仪表群和信息娱乐系统显示屏双屏布局都与其他车型一样。不过，该车的定位意味着其内装将采用更高档材质，做工也好于其他车型。CLA45搭载一台2.0升四缸涡轮引擎，功率超过298千瓦/400马力。奔驰还证实将推出动力更强S版本，该车不仅输出功率更高，而且还将采用电子涡轮增压器。这两款车型都将配备先进的全驱系统。最新款CLA将于明年亮相，但AMG版本不会与标准版一起发布。不过，对于性能要求不那么高的消费者可以等待今年巴黎车展亮相的A35。

 

Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Spied Looking Smokin' Hot And Speedy

Mercedes-Benz offers a wide range of models on its compact platform ranging from the mainstream A-Class to the strong-selling GLA-Class. Within this lineup, the CLA-Class fills the niche for folks looking for style and luxury in a smaller package than what the C-Class offers. A new batch of spy shots catches the German brand evaluating the performance-oriented CLA 45 in close proximity to the Nürburgring.

 

This test mule looks a whole lot like the one in our last set of CLA 45 spy shots. Mercedes' engineers can't completely disguise the front end because covering the fascia's corner intakes would prevent air from cooling the engine. The egg crate grille is likely a temporary piece. and the production model would feature horizontal bars across this area. The headlights point diagonally into the center of the vehicle, which creates an effect like furrowed brows. In profile, the CLA has an arching roof that creates an aerodynamic silhouette, although it might limit headroom for occupants in the back. The top flows to a rather short rear deck. The tip on the trunk has a small lip spoiler. Looking lower, a diffuser surrounds a set of dual exhausts that emerge from each side of the tail.

 

Becuase the CLA shares its platform with the rest of the compact lineup, we have a good idea of what to expect about the cabin. For example, look for a pair of screens to handle the digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen. The model's positioning means that the interior might have nicer materials and finishes than its siblings.

 

The CLA 45 will use a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with over 400 horsepower (298 kilowatts). The company also confirms the development of a hotter S variant that would likely have a slight bump in output – possibly from an electric turbocharger. Both versions would have a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system.

 

The latest CLA-Class should debut in 2019, but the AMG versions might not be available at launch. If you can't wait for a more powerful compact model from Mercedes, then the Mercedes-AMG A35 arrives at the Paris Motor Show in October.