patrick_y
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That GLA 45 is quite a hoot! It drives very well!
I took a quick spin in the GLA 45 and wow, that was quite an impressive little car. Lots of power, a fast shifting double clutch transmission, and everything was good except the rear seat bench was a low (my knees were quite high as a consequence). But after going to the website and pricing one out with options, it was hard to justify the miniscule price gap between a well optioned Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 and the excellent Porsche Macan S or Audi SQ5, both of which are fast (although not quite as fast as the GLA 45) and larger SUVs than the GLA 45 is.
I really can't wait to try the AMG GT. Has AMG built a car that is a suitable replacement to the Porsche 911? A car with the sporting potentials of a 911 Carrera S RWD and yet the comfort and easy drivability of the latest 991 chassis? Something simple, straightforward, and easy to drive, yet capable, fun, and a dosage of morning invigoration that it makes you want to drive in the morning? Something that would replace the coffee in the morning? Something that puts a smile on your face as you face the grueling commute to the office?
And even if it doesn't replace the 911, just simply having a credible 911 alternative is of benefit to the consumer.
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That GLA 45 is quite a hoot! It drives very well!
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