Total Electrification: Mercedes-AMG Tests the Future CLA 45 EQ Technology at Nürburgring
By Jonathan Romero – July 1, 2025
Mercedes-AMG is pushing the boundaries of electrification with its upcoming ultra-sporty model, the CLA 45 EQ Technology. Currently undergoing intensive testing at the legendary Nürburgring circuit in Germany—familiarly known as the “Green Hell”—this all-electric variant of the next-generation CLA promises to bring high performance and long range to the compact luxury segment.
A Summer of High-Performance Electric Testing
As Europe experiences its peak summer temperatures, automakers are entering a critical phase of development: rigorous summer testing. Mercedes-AMG is making the most of this period, focusing efforts on electrifying their performance lineup. Just a day after unveiling the concept version of the future AMG GT Berlina, the Stuttgart-based brand returned to the Nürburgring with the most radical electric CLA ever conceived.
Spy photos reveal a test car with significantly reduced camouflage compared to previous sightings. This has allowed enthusiasts and experts to glimpse a strikingly aggressive silhouette, emphasizing aerodynamic and aesthetic details. Prominent features include sharply sculpted side skirts and a prominent retractable rear wing, which not only enhances downforce but also functions as an air brake to optimize performance during high-speed maneuvering.
Design Highlights and Technical Speculations
The front fascia remains partially concealed, but rumor has it that it might sport a grille design inspired by the AMG GT Berlina concept—a departure from the traditional Panamericana grille—featuring approximately ten chrome bars, lending an exclusive and modern character.
Complementing the exterior design are large 20-inch alloy wheels fitted with specially developed Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Notably, the front axle tires measure 255 mm in width, indicating a strong focus on grip and handling dynamics.
Inside, the cabin showcases a futuristic cockpit centered around a widescreen digital display that spans the entire width of the dashboard. Mercedes-AMG aims to surpass the technological offerings found in the standard CLA model, emphasizing intuitive controls and advanced driver assistance systems.
Performance and Range Expectations
Confirmed to be a fully electric vehicle, the AMG CLA 45 EQ Technology is expected to feature a dual-motor setup—one electric motor per axle—delivering a combined power output estimated at around 550 horsepower. This robust powertrain is paired with an impressive estimated driving range of approximately 700 kilometers on a single charge, setting a new benchmark in the segment.
Moreover, the car is planned to support ultra-fast charging technology, capable of replenishing enough energy to cover 400 kilometers in under 15 minutes. This advancement addresses one of the main concerns of electric-vehicle users by significantly reducing downtime during long journeys.
Launch Timeline and Future Prospects
Mercedes-AMG is targeting an official launch by mid-2026, with an initial global presentation possibly taking place in the early months of the year. While industry insiders understand that the CLA AMG model will be exclusively electric, recent statements from Mercedes-Benz executives about revisiting the brand’s electrification strategies suggest the possibility—albeit slim—that a combustion engine version could also be developed alongside the EV variant.
Final Thoughts
The testing of the CLA 45 EQ Technology at Nürburgring highlights Mercedes-AMG’s commitment to combining electrification with their legendary performance DNA. As the automotive world rapidly shifts towards sustainable mobility, the forthcoming CLA electric model stands as a bold statement of intent from one of the industry’s most iconic performance brands.
Stay tuned for further updates as Mercedes-AMG nears the production and launch of this exciting new model.
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Published by Jonathan Romero on July 1, 2025
