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BMW M135i vs Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG 2013 review

The premium car manufacturers have traditionally stayed away from the hot hatch market, but that's no longer the case, with the BMW M135i and Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG going head to head in this new premium performance hatch territory. 

I spent the day driving a fantastic pair of performance hatchbacks, and if you want to be fastest against a stopwatch, the all-wheel drive traction and amazing body control of the A45 is the one to go for. 

But if you want to spend a little less money, and have a bit more fun, its the BMW M135i that should get your gong.

Pricing guides

$19,925
Based on 55 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months
Lowest Price
$10,950
Highest Price
$36,989

Range and Specs

VehicleSpecsPrice*
A180 BE 1.6L, —, 7 SP AUTO $15,620 – 20,020 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2013 A180 BE Pricing and Specs
A200 CDI BE 1.8L, Diesel, 7 SP AUTO $12,430 – 16,610 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2013 A200 CDI BE Pricing and Specs
A250 Sport 2.0L, —, 7 SP AUTO $21,670 – 27,390 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2013 A250 Sport Pricing and Specs
A45 AMG 2.0L, —, 7 SP AUTO $26,290 – 32,450 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2013 A45 AMG Pricing and Specs
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