Power limit compression
I have driven several Mercedes-Benz S63 and V8 engines, and the roar at the beginning can't help but make people tremble. During the test drive, the author never stepped on the accelerator. Although I have seen countless cars, I am still afraid of three points in the face of such a powerful model. With AMG SPEEDSHIFT enhanced 7-speed automatic transmission, the intermediate acceleration is fierce. Actually, it is better to call S63 a "suit thug".
And A35L? Without V8, there is no pressurization. Only a 2.0T four-cylinder turbocharged engine with code name M260 was used. Indeed, the 306Ps Force can definitely kill a number of opponents at the same level. But when you open the hood, you can find the clue. The front covers of AMG A45 and S63 have been opened, and the bright AMG engineer signature label represents AMG's attitude towards performance. But A35L lacks this element, which is a great pity.
In addition, this too-home-adjusted gearbox has also become an important factor to drag down the performance of A35L. The upshift is very positive, and the downshift is a bit hesitant. Unless you use a shift paddle, you can get some confidence back. It can drive very fast, but if you want a "cool" experience, you can only switch to S+ mode and shift gears with the paddle to get the best experience.
At the same price, the original Audi S4 uses a 3.0T V6 turbocharged engine with a model of 354Ps. At first glance, it is not much different from A35L, but this 3.0T turbocharged engine has great potential for later modification. Expensive ECU can even make Audi S4 run into 100 km and accelerate for 3 seconds. The original A35L 2.0T is very close to the limit, and there is almost no modification potential, which has become the reason why many riders spurn A35L.
Inside the car-a longer wheelbase is the original sin.
In the words of foreign netizens, people should not sit in the back of AMG, and the trunk is also a burden. On the sense of design, A35L is not bad at all. After all, Mercedes-Benz's accomplishments in the interior are by no means comparable to those of ordinary car companies. Even if it is a-class, the interior can completely crush most models of the same class. However, after the wheelbase is lengthened, everything becomes "special". The back row of AMG can be put down, and the cushion can be shorter, because it is a car with extreme performance, not a moderate family car.
Assembly-low-level error
Although A35L is made in China, most of it is assembled. Just like CKD production mode more than ten years ago, the core components were imported to China, and then the whole vehicle was assembled by BAIC. In terms of assembly quality, there have also been many episodes. Especially in March, the "engine water pipe was installed backwards" incident. Although Mercedes-Benz has carried out a secret emergency recall, many riders who have already picked up the car have confessed. For a 2.0T engine with huge calorific value, the function of heat dissipation is self-evident.
The underlying logic-AMG logo is too dazzling.
If A35L doesn't stick AMG logo, it will probably become a hot-selling car. The original power of 2.0T is 306Ps. Although the acceleration of 100km is only 4.9s, it can surpass most of the same class models. But the root of the problem lies in its aura of AMG. AMG is invincible in all competitions, and even BMW and Audi are afraid of its three points. But A35L has nothing to do with "special offer" AMG. It does have a good performance, but there is still a big gap with the original AMG.
Behind A35L
It can be seen from the back of A35L that Mercedes-Benz has gone further and further in the pursuit of profit. It is impossible for a group to continue without pursuing profits. A35L is a product that overemphasizes efficiency. The AMG property of the hard plug makes it unable to lift its head in front of many high-performance steel guns. You can say this is an AMG-style car, but you can't say it's AMG!
Write it at the end
It is undeniable that Mercedes-Benz has strong technology in the field of racing. But for A35L, both the modification potential and the price are not as good as the competitors at the same level. I can't help asking, does Mercedes really live up to its promise of "best or nothing"?