[brianch]

I agree. It's hard to compare anything Japanese to a German car for cost because the maintenance cost on a German car will be higher than the Japanese. With that said I think it's much worth it.. All you have to do is compare the exterior and interior.

 

[brianch]

If I was looking to finance a CLA 45 AMG I would look in to an extended warranty. A 4 cylinder running at that power capacity will have parts fail eventually.

If you are just getting the regular CLA 250 there is not much to worry about. Plenty of 2.0L turbos around that power range.

The maintenance of the CLA will for sure be higher.

 

[brianch]

It's a front wheel drive compact car with a very high output 4 cylinder engine that also under high out put driving transfer part of the power to the rear wheels. I am saying if you want a real performance car this vehicle will be at or near the bottom of the list for any reasonable buying decision when you look at performance cost dependability and cost of ownership. JMHO

The 45 AMG won't be breaking any records but it is still a respectable car.

Wait till the comparisons come out before you judge. If the chassis is really that well balanced the the AMG suspension was well designed the 45 AMG could be a quick car around the track.