Mercedes Benz GLA45 AMG at the 2013 Los Angeles auto show.

Mercedes Benz AMG division had the world release for the GLA45 AMG 4matic at the 2013 Los Angeles auto show.

The 355hp turbocharged 2.0 liter 4 cylinder engine with 332 ft-lb of torque, will be the most powerful 4 cylinder engine available worldwide in a production vehicle when it becomes available next year. The vehicle looks to be designed for the younger and showoff market as the large wing on the back panel and loud exhaust certainly announce that you have arrived. The concept vehicle in LA has 21 inch wheels and the AMG speedshift DCT 7 speed sports transmission and will do 0-60mph in less than 5 seconds with low fuel consumption.

The GLA will slot in below the GLK SUV and will surely take a hit out of the BMW X1 market. The interior is classy and will appeal to a large audience, especially in LA.