THE smallest and cheapest offering from Mercedes’ tuning haus AMG has hit our shores at last, packing the world’s most powerful road-going four-cylinder engine.

Those who think there’s no replacement for displacement need not apply here - unless they wish deep-down to be set straight and humbled.

Yes, $75k is a lot of money for a hatchback, but then again, no car shy of six figures can touch this all-wheel-drive rally racer for the road when it comes to overall pace.

A long list of features, arresting styling and the lure of a three-pointed star badge on the nose complete the package - one that seems destined for classic status.



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