I’d have to disagree, an E is never too largeMy Audi S5 is a 3.0 V6 supercharged petrol. I wondered about the size difference so I will have to look at a CLA in the flesh and test drive a 45, I don't want to be disappointed with the performance.
I quite fancy an AMG but the E is too big, the A is too small, the CLS is a possibility though.
We have a 2 litre turbo petrol Cooper S which is most definitely not lacking in low down torque.I’ve never driven one but here are few thoughts:
1) Everyone needs to scratch the AMG itch at least once!
2) Coming from a V6 diesel, you might find a 2.0l 4 cylinder petrol lacks the low down torque you are used to even though it is a fantastic engine when revved.
3) Reviews suggest the CLA is tight on interior space. It is only an A Class, after all and will be smaller than your Audi.
4) Based on 2 and 3, have you thought of a C Class Coupe - the 43 gives you 3.0l V6 and the 63 4.0i V8. More space, more “driveability” (more cost)
Audi S cars have only very recently in the past year moved to diesel power, with exception of the S1 and S3.Coming from a V6 diesel, you might find a 2.0l 4 cylinder petrol lacks the low down torque you are used to even though it is a fantastic engine when revved.
I quite fancy an AMG but the E is too big, the A is too small, the CLS is a possibility though.
It looks a bit smaller but I know its not a small car.
It’s not as tall, so it’s smallerFor comparison the W219 CLS 350 is
Length 4940mm
Width 1881mm
Height 1416mm
Wheelbase 2874mm
The W212 E350 is
Length 4879mm
Width 1854mm
Height 1874mm
Wheelbase 2874mm
Looks like the CLS is bigger than an E class.
And naturally your not bias with the recent purchaseThe CLS hides its bulk with beautiful design lines especially in the shooting brake form.
Subjective I know but I think the 218 SB is up there with many of the most beautiful cars....but I suppose I would think that![]()
Haha! Of course I’m biased! But it’s hard not to think of the design as one of beauty, especially decked out with a set of Ferrada wheels on it!And naturally your not bias with the recent purchase![]()
I’ve never driven one but here are few thoughts:
1) Everyone needs to scratch the AMG itch at least once!
2) Coming from a V6 diesel, you might find a 2.0l 4 cylinder petrol lacks the low down torque you are used to even though it is a fantastic engine when revved.
3) Reviews suggest the CLA is tight on interior space. It is only an A Class, after all and will be smaller than your Audi.
4) Based on 2 and 3, have you thought of a C Class Coupe - the 43 gives you 3.0l V6 and the 63 4.0i V8. More space, more “driveability” (more cost)