I am a Mercedes fan, and have been for many years, and have owned several and still own 2 now. They may not be perfect, but what car is, but I think they do a very good job at producing some very good and interesting cars especially in AMG form. I think the A45 AMG is fabulous. Definitely on my list as next car and I think all your points are valid. Hope you keep this for a long time Stef. Cheers, Jon.
Currently on a 2009 C180 estate. Resr door blocked on lock mode( actuator gone), rear light bulb plate burned( the earthing wire melted the plate), giving me light bulb errors. I still love it:D and hope to swap it to a C63 AMG or E63 AMG one day, soon.
BMW interiors are slowing falling down the pecking order, they’re just too safe. The interior in this is spot on...my S3 interior with virtual cockpit and SS seats was quality too, but similarly to you mentioning here, you can go so quick but you don’t feel it...I can’t wait to get back in my factory order 595 Comp 🙌🏼
Stef ABtv I had an A500 135bhp a few years back, missed it ever since so after all the sh*t with Audi I’m going back. Scorpione black and podium blue bicoloure 🙌🏼
Been watching since the very start, I'd love an A45 just couldn't afford the fuel bills, I sold my 595 comp to try and find something 'fun' but practical and ended up in a 124 spider and haven't looked back. Keep grinding proud of you man.
Great video! As an owner of one cannot agree more with you on the performance and practicality qualities of the A45 AMG. It is expensive to run though, as you rightfully mentioned in your other video. Have you had the chance to test an Alpina D3: not as fast but far more economical and potentially as good to drive? This is what I am researching but difficult to test drive in the used car market? Thanks and best Vik
Hi Stef, like usually video liked. Editing is spotless/perfect.... It is good that you are listening your head!! At least if we speak about the cars :) For me, A45 is perfect! I like that car so much. With Alfa Romeo and bullsh.. passion car story is the truth that you got happy 1st day when you buy it and the day when you sell it! Haha...honestly, Alfa is not such bad car but...Merc is the class! Very good choice and I wish you a lot of miles with that car...well not too much...at least until you find some other car that you like it and within your budget. Cheers mate.
i ended up with gla 45 with all options even got performance package front locking diff ..was a better option for me im not 30 or would have got a45 im 50 so a bit better car for me ..otherwise rs3 would have been 2nd choice
Hey awesome car and video! What's your opinion on getting this kind of car serviced at a none Mercedes Benz centre? The servicing prices seem insane but in the future really want one of these! Have an abarth 595 atm, cheers.
How is the auto gear box in it ? Does it kick down well i have the new golf r 7.5 dsg love it but was thinking of getting the a45 next year only really keep my cars for 2 years so time for a change
I really like the gearbox on this. There are some horror stories about A45 gearboxes but I can see why. The gearbox takes ages to full warm up to optimum temps. If people rag the nuts off it when it’s cold I’m sure it’s not good for the box lol
Great video, mate! Just wanted to ask you - what do you think the insurance would be for a driver (that's me, haha) with 3.5 years old licence, for the a45 and any comment on the petrol cost? I am considering getting myself one, probably next year, but just want to figure what I'll be getting myself into, haha. Cheers!
Fun Fact: The A45 is the fastest 4 cylinder 2.0L hot hatch in the world. The new A45 S is apparently even faster pushing 400+bhp. I've always wanted one but sacrificing cars in order to buy a house
you have to look when you see a 45 go past when you change the induction air filter on a a45 you will see the diffrence by 100% trust me. The stock filter holds a massive restriction i have a gla 45 ram air filter tdi tuning box pushing around 430bhp.
You deserve much more subscribers. Count me in from now. Nice guy with good presentation that knows his stuff. Also I had to make the same choice last month but in the Netherlands there are some other rules in play. Final selection was a45, s3 and m140. I chose the m140 after testdriving all. The deal they gave me with the xdrive was awesome and loved the 6cyl. Would have been just as happy with the other two btw.
1M is fucking expensive though, personally I test drove the M135i, M140i, M240i and the A45 I round the A45 to match my personality and preferences better
I can totally see why you went for one of these, I actually guessed you’d buy one when you still had the 595 I said one of these or an m3. Gorgeous cars the a45’s! 🙌🏻
A45 are so so good they look insane with the aero kit sound great 4wd perfect daily! I have a love of the gla45 but could only dream of having that money at this point 👍
@@StefABtv in holland a new one is. The 2019 with everything included is even 88.000 euro. Without options price below AMG A 35 4MATIC+ Brandstof : Super Vermogen : 225 kW (306 pk) 4 cilinders CO₂-emissie, gecombineerd [4*] : 167 g/km Brandstofverbruik gecombineerd [4*] : 7,3 l/100km Transmissie : AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7G Consumenten adviesprijs66.445 Euro
Warren Issel Not necessarily, I know a stage 2 R has a stage 2 a45, apparently the a45 isn’t great when it’s tuned. It’s 100-200 is like 10.5, whereas the R is mid 9’s I believe. Personal preference, I like the a45 but the price tag is ridiculous compared to say a fully kitted at s3 saloon or R
Love my A45 AMG lightly tuned to 420bhp feels much better than standard, fun car with great sound, 70mph down motorway does 40mpg, local and short journeys with the odd squirt 25mpg, great car, bullet proof, launch control does 3.7 to 60 ,and feels it, I also own GTR tuned 620, that is a monster, but love the AMG, I love the RS3's as well but does not handle or look as good as the AMG, RS3 Great cars though, sound epic
I love the interior. It’s a bit more curvey at the rear. I think that car will sell well and a bet it’s been pegged back and you can get close to the a45 versions power with a map
@@StefABtv Hey mate, toay i test drove a A 45 and i fel inlove with it. Which spec do you recomand me? what are the efects of the adaptive suspension on the car, is a must have? Thank you so much for inspiring me
Well, just few corrections... It's definitely not hyperhatch... it may be fast to 100km/h, but that's it... slow shifts, noticeable turbo lag, no low-end power... compared to Cupra 300 (costs twice less) it's even slower from roll and taking turns, because 4wd losses and weight... BUT ... AMG is a winner on its own
I own a Alfa Romeo 4C Coupe (tuned) for over a year now (you certainly won't find them under 45k euro's here in Holland, so don't understand how it could be an option for you when you are saying a TT RS/RS3 is to expensive) and a C Class Coupe. I love the variation of both cars. After driving the Benz I'm so thrilled by the 4C. And after driving the 4C, I'm so pleased by the comfort leven of the C Coupe. You can't daily drive the 4C. That's just nuts. But I'm sorry to dissapoint you, an A AMG is nowhere quicker than a 4C. Especially with some other software, it will do 0-100km/ph in 3,5 seconds, 0-200km/ph below 12 seconds and a quater mile in less than 12 seconds. Well, try that with an A AMG. I had A Giulietta QV TCT before with a stage 1 tune, and in a straight line, from 100km/ph it was exactly as fast as an A AMG. Untill 220km/ph no difference. The stock 4C just demolished the Giulietta. See my chanel for some performance vid's.
Good insight here although you failed to mention how good the residuals are on the 4C. The cost is more expensive but due to depreciation you can get a much better future value hence lower monthly payments. Also out the box the 4C is 4.6 on paper to 60. The A45 is 4.2. Yes a 4c with a tune will do sub 12’s but a ecu tune on a A45 with a decat will get you 430bhp with sub 12 quarter mile times too. The 4c will handle better but at higher speeds the A45 will be quicker and is quicker. I have driven both so can compare. The difference is the 4C will feel quicker due to the fact it weighs less than 900kg 👍🏻
@@StefABtv I never financed a car, so did not think about this point. Out of the box the 0-100 time for the 4C is also 4.2 seconds. I compared my acceleration to a 430hp amg here on UA-cam, but it's stil a LOT faster. Look it up 🙂
Great video mate, on a side note where did you get that coat? Ive ruined my current decent one and am looking for something a bit like what you’re wearing?.
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All these Audi fan boys.. no different to GTR fanboys...
everything is shit except their cars!!
Leave the guy alone.. he bought the car he likes..
Thanks Ed 🙌
Not really a Mercedes fan, but the A45 is incredible, and the interior looks epic
Thank you. The A45 still has the right characteristics of a asbo fast hatch, just super fast and much larger. I agree. I love the interior :)
Nice Honest video mate!
Thanks Joe 🙌🙂
When the brains win over the heart, you end up with an A class :)
Lol, I end up with a car I can use everyday 🙌
I am a Mercedes fan, and have been for many years, and have owned several and still own 2 now. They may not be perfect, but what car is, but I think they do a very good job at producing some very good and interesting cars especially in AMG form. I think the A45 AMG is fabulous. Definitely on my list as next car and I think all your points are valid. Hope you keep this for a long time Stef. Cheers, Jon.
Thanks Jon!
Currently on a 2009 C180 estate. Resr door blocked on lock mode( actuator gone), rear light bulb plate burned( the earthing wire melted the plate), giving me light bulb errors. I still love it:D and hope to swap it to a C63 AMG or E63 AMG one day, soon.
BMW interiors are slowing falling down the pecking order, they’re just too safe. The interior in this is spot on...my S3 interior with virtual cockpit and SS seats was quality too, but similarly to you mentioning here, you can go so quick but you don’t feel it...I can’t wait to get back in my factory order 595 Comp 🙌🏼
595 comps are just so much fun to drive :)
Stef ABtv I had an A500 135bhp a few years back, missed it ever since so after all the sh*t with Audi I’m going back. Scorpione black and podium blue bicoloure 🙌🏼
l'm 25 years old and glad that l've owned this car with my hard work payoff. Appreciated and keep moving forward✌
25 years old with a 40k plus car and insurance? I find it extremely hard to believe unless it was brought for you
@@elon1216 bro, lm from Malaysia and of course owned it in Malaysia too.
Doesn't matter where you owned it dude. It's over £40k in the UK so will be more in Malaysia. Did you actually own it or rent it?
@@elon1216 yes bro. significantly the price is higher cause there is some tax issue from import to our country. l owned it bro☺
She's a stunner!!!!!
Thanks mate!!!
Been watching since the very start, I'd love an A45 just couldn't afford the fuel bills, I sold my 595 comp to try and find something 'fun' but practical and ended up in a 124 spider and haven't looked back. Keep grinding proud of you man.
Thanks for continued support mate. The 124 is still a wicked car!!
Great video! As an owner of one cannot agree more with you on the performance and practicality qualities of the A45 AMG. It is expensive to run though, as you rightfully mentioned in your other video. Have you had the chance to test an Alpina D3: not as fast but far more economical and potentially as good to drive? This is what I am researching but difficult to test drive in the used car market? Thanks and best
Vik
Cheers dude. Nope never driven one. Be keen to hear your thoughts if you get hold of one
As you know, not the biggest German car enthusiast. 😉 but Mercedes over vw ( I mean Audi 😂) anyday.
😂 thanks man 🙌
@JW Hood fanboy. 😂
As in a couple years I will be off my P plates as we have them in Australia, I can't wait to see if I can pick one in this spec up secondhand !
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Love your new car. A 4C is lovely but it wouldn’t see which way the A45 had gone.
Haha cheers mate. The A45 is a beast :) looks even better now 👀
Hi Stef, like usually video liked. Editing is spotless/perfect.... It is good that you are listening your head!! At least if we speak about the cars :) For me, A45 is perfect! I like that car so much.
With Alfa Romeo and bullsh.. passion car story is the truth that you got happy 1st day when you buy it and the day when you sell it! Haha...honestly, Alfa is not such bad car but...Merc is the class! Very good choice and I wish you a lot of miles with that car...well not too much...at least until you find some other car that you like it and within your budget. Cheers mate.
Thanks Igor!
I want the a45 AMG
i ended up with gla 45 with all options even got performance package front locking diff ..was a better option for me im not 30 or would have got a45 im 50 so a bit better car for me ..otherwise rs3 would have been 2nd choice
Why I sold the A45 AMG
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Not a Merc fan, Stef, but that is a sweet ride!
Did you test drive the RS3?
(Not in Fiat’s league mind you)
I didn’t test drive it as I would know it would have been mega lol. Plus I would have wanted the new shape 😂
Hey awesome car and video! What's your opinion on getting this kind of car serviced at a none Mercedes Benz centre? The servicing prices seem insane but in the future really want one of these! Have an abarth 595 atm, cheers.
If you are in warranty then you prob should do official servicing. Out of Warranty could look at a specialist I guess?
How is the auto gear box in it ? Does it kick down well i have the new golf r 7.5 dsg love it but was thinking of getting the a45 next year only really keep my cars for 2 years so time for a change
I really like the gearbox on this. There are some horror stories about A45 gearboxes but I can see why. The gearbox takes ages to full warm up to optimum temps. If people rag the nuts off it when it’s cold I’m sure it’s not good for the box lol
I agree with you 100% on your choice of vehicle...congrats once again. Funny thing, I just went to IKEA this past weekend.
Thanks dude! Ikea is awesome 👏
I have a pfl. I am looking buy pretty much the exact same as what you’ve got in red. Where did you get it for £30k? I’m struggling.
Awesome car
Yes!! The consistency 💪🏾✅
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I'm not a Mercedes fan, but it is a cool car. I just miss the Abarth. Sue me. haha.
Haha. I miss the Abarth a bit too. Video on that coming soon 🙂
Because it’s an entry level class mercedes
Great video, mate! Just wanted to ask you - what do you think the insurance would be for a driver (that's me, haha) with 3.5 years old licence, for the a45 and any comment on the petrol cost? I am considering getting myself one, probably next year, but just want to figure what I'll be getting myself into, haha. Cheers!
Thanks man. It will be very expensive. Insurance alone is pricey. I pay nearly a grand with max no claims. Fuel £70 a week
@@StefABtv for a 68 year old living in Birmingham would cost me £762 with max ncb... download the confused.com app
Congratulations. You will have alot of fun with it.
Reading IKEA? My friends and I love visiting just for the accoustics!
Yep yep! All about the acoustics🙌🙌
Fun Fact: The A45 is the fastest 4 cylinder 2.0L hot hatch in the world. The new A45 S is apparently even faster pushing 400+bhp.
I've always wanted one but sacrificing cars in order to buy a house
A45S will be mad. You can’t live in a car lol, good choice man
Stef ABtv Hopefully once house is sorted car next! Looking forward to seeing more content with the car!
you have to look when you see a 45 go past when you change the induction air filter on a a45 you will see the diffrence by 100% trust me. The stock filter holds a massive restriction i have a gla 45 ram air filter tdi tuning box pushing around 430bhp.
Yeah massive diff in the intake I’ve got on now. 100mm inlet :)
just do a proper personalized remap, you'll brick your engine with these tuning boxes
Good
Great video and a very good car,enjoy the a45 AMG but I do prefer the RS3 sport back😍 nice upgrade on the Fiat....
Thanks man 🙌
No problem,you’ve gained a new subscriber 👍🏼keep the content rolling in
Have you had any thieving bar stewards try it on with taking it away yet?
No not yet 🤞 hope to keep it that way
You think you might go back to the Abarth comunity?
Alexis Tosta I kinda thought that at one time but not any more. He is doing a good job convincing me that his Merc was a good decision.
@@billwilson6096 Well we all make decisions thinking it will be the best for us.
I’m with them in December for a meet. I would never rule out getting another Abarth. For now I’m enjoying the journey with this car :)
My favourite car
You deserve much more subscribers. Count me in from now. Nice guy with good presentation that knows his stuff. Also I had to make the same choice last month but in the Netherlands there are some other rules in play. Final selection was a45, s3 and m140. I chose the m140 after testdriving all. The deal they gave me with the xdrive was awesome and loved the 6cyl. Would have been just as happy with the other two btw.
I was going to buy A45 at first. Then I recalled 1M. I decided I had to buy 1M.
1M is fucking expensive though, personally I test drove the M135i, M140i, M240i and the A45
I round the A45 to match my personality and preferences better
When u wear your trainner tongue's in front of your jeans !!! 😂😂 not a gud look dude. Look at the screenshot of the vid.
Which would you say would be the better purchase an a45 or an 240i
Can you noticed that when it slowly stop and the gear shift from 2rd to 1st , can hear a slight clunk.
I found the a45 to feel really slow and sluggish compared to the rs3 and golf r !
Interesting insight. Be keen to drive a golf r one day
really slow and sluggish compared to golf r???INSANE LOGIC!
I can totally see why you went for one of these, I actually guessed you’d buy one when you still had the 595 I said one of these or an m3.
Gorgeous cars the a45’s! 🙌🏻
I think for the money you've made the best choice.
Thanks Jason :)
A45 are so so good they look insane with the aero kit sound great 4wd perfect daily! I have a love of the gla45 but could only dream of having that money at this point 👍
Will this beast be at the Abarth meet on Sunday? 😉
I’m not there I’m afraid mate. Got another meet that i forgot clashes with the Abarth meet 🙌
I am doing something wrong... i cant afford a 70k car.
This car wasn’t £70k lol
@@StefABtv in holland a new one is. The 2019 with everything included is even 88.000 euro. Without options price below AMG A 35 4MATIC+
Brandstof : Super
Vermogen : 225 kW (306 pk) 4 cilinders
CO₂-emissie, gecombineerd [4*] : 167 g/km
Brandstofverbruik gecombineerd [4*] : 7,3 l/100km
Transmissie : AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7G
Consumenten adviesprijs66.445 Euro
BMW M140i? 3 liter - 6 cylinder, 340 hp.
Yeah that was high up on the list. But there are lots of them about. Don’t see as many 45’s I do like the m140’s a lot
@@StefABtv I understand, but very nice A45, have fun with it! My M140 will arrive in 1 month :D
I thimk you made the right she is a Awsome machine
Thanks Dennis 🙌🙌
Enjoyed the vid, info, and editing.
Have you driven the Golf R? How did it compare?
Not driven the golf R yet
GOLF R is shit agains this Merc
Warren Issel Not necessarily, I know a stage 2 R has a stage 2 a45, apparently the a45 isn’t great when it’s tuned. It’s 100-200 is like 10.5, whereas the R is mid 9’s I believe. Personal preference, I like the a45 but the price tag is ridiculous compared to say a fully kitted at s3 saloon or R
A45 gear changes are to slow
Love my A45 AMG lightly tuned to 420bhp feels much better than standard, fun car with great sound, 70mph down motorway does 40mpg, local and short journeys with the odd squirt 25mpg, great car, bullet proof, launch control does 3.7 to 60 ,and feels it, I also own GTR tuned 620, that is a monster, but love the AMG, I love the RS3's as well but does not handle or look as good as the AMG, RS3 Great cars though, sound epic
Opinions on the new amg a35?
I love the interior. It’s a bit more curvey at the rear. I think that car will sell well and a bet it’s been pegged back and you can get close to the a45 versions power with a map
Big fan of this video! Love the a45 👌
Looking at replacing my Turbo gt86 with one of these, pretty dead set on getting one now after watching this! Thanks dude
Awesome mate. You will love the A45 :)
How much € did you pay for it? What would you go for 310 hp S3 or a a45 amg MK1?
A45 for me. Just prefer the look. Make sure to get the aero kit though. I paid just over £30k
@@StefABtv Hey mate, toay i test drove a A 45 and i fel inlove with it. Which spec do you recomand me? what are the efects of the adaptive suspension on the car, is a must have?
Thank you so much for inspiring me
"because I look Indian"
Love the Car! 😁
Thanks dude
What about an s3
Another great video!
Thanks mate!
Are you on the AMG Private Lounge?
Hey man, what is the private lounge? So I guess the answer is no lol.
@@StefABtv www.mercedes-amg.com/privatelounge/
@@StefABtv It's an online forum for AMG Owners and moderated by AMG.
What's an asbo?
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Well, just few corrections... It's definitely not hyperhatch... it may be fast to 100km/h, but that's it... slow shifts, noticeable turbo lag, no low-end power... compared to Cupra 300 (costs twice less) it's even slower from roll and taking turns, because 4wd losses and weight... BUT ... AMG is a winner on its own
Martin Zvarík shhh, talking cupra in the presence of an amg here. You sound and look stupid.
Lol Cupra is faster than a45? Gtfo out of here man.
Your car is cool
True
I own a Alfa Romeo 4C Coupe (tuned) for over a year now (you certainly won't find them under 45k euro's here in Holland, so don't understand how it could be an option for you when you are saying a TT RS/RS3 is to expensive) and a C Class Coupe. I love the variation of both cars. After driving the Benz I'm so thrilled by the 4C. And after driving the 4C, I'm so pleased by the comfort leven of the C Coupe. You can't daily drive the 4C. That's just nuts. But I'm sorry to dissapoint you, an A AMG is nowhere quicker than a 4C. Especially with some other software, it will do 0-100km/ph in 3,5 seconds, 0-200km/ph below 12 seconds and a quater mile in less than 12 seconds. Well, try that with an A AMG. I had A Giulietta QV TCT before with a stage 1 tune, and in a straight line, from 100km/ph it was exactly as fast as an A AMG. Untill 220km/ph no difference. The stock 4C just demolished the Giulietta. See my chanel for some performance vid's.
Good insight here although you failed to mention how good the residuals are on the 4C. The cost is more expensive but due to depreciation you can get a much better future value hence lower monthly payments. Also out the box the 4C is 4.6 on paper to 60. The A45 is 4.2. Yes a 4c with a tune will do sub 12’s but a ecu tune on a A45 with a decat will get you 430bhp with sub 12 quarter mile times too. The 4c will handle better but at higher speeds the A45 will be quicker and is quicker. I have driven both so can compare. The difference is the 4C will feel quicker due to the fact it weighs less than 900kg 👍🏻
@@StefABtv I never financed a car, so did not think about this point. Out of the box the 0-100 time for the 4C is also 4.2 seconds. I compared my acceleration to a 430hp amg here on UA-cam, but it's stil a LOT faster. Look it up 🙂
Great video mate, on a side note where did you get that coat? Ive ruined my current decent one and am looking for something a bit like what you’re wearing?.
Thanks mate. I got it from Ted Baker. 🙌
Why the heck did you buy that crap????
Because I like it 🙌