There's Almost Nothing In This AMG A45 Vs Golf R Acceleration Comparison

With a 70bhp advantage, you’d think the Mercedes-AMG A45 would be the clear winner in this acceleration comparison, but no: the VW Golf R is never far behind.

Admittedly the performance gap between these two has narrowed recently, with the Golf R’s slight power bump and new seven-speed DSG twin-clutch transmission dropping the 0-62mph by three tenths to 4.6 seconds. Plus, those optional Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2s might well help off the line. But still, the A45 is still supposed to be four tenths faster on the benchmark sprint, and it’s also worth remembering it’s nearly £8000 more expensive than a Golf R with a DSG ‘box…

Which would you have?