Yes, Mercedes-Benz is launching yet more Edition 55 models in South Africa! Here’s how much you’ll pay for the Mercedes-AMG A35 (hatch and sedan) and CLA35 Edition 55…

We’ve already brought you local pricing for the Mercedes-AMG A45 S and CLA45 S Edition 55. Now special anniversary versions of the A35 hatchback, A35 sedan and CLA35 have appeared on Mercedes-Benz South Africa’s configurator.

Conceived to mark 55 years of the AMG brand, the special models gain all sorts of extra kit. But how much extra do you have to cough up? Well, the Edition 55 package adds R216200 to the base price of R943 903 in the case of the A35 hatch, though also forces the selection of the R21 000 Premium Package and R2 000 auto front-passenger airbag deactivation system. A spot of arithmetic takes the total to R1 183 103.

It’s a similar story with the saloon version of the A35 (which starts at R977 296), though here specifying the R6 400 keyless-go comfort package is also required. That leaves the A35 Sedan Edition 55 priced from R1 222 896.

The only difference with the CLA35 (which has a base price of R1 067 448), meanwhile, is the auto front-passenger airbag deactivation system forced by the selection of the package costs slightly less at R1 800. As a result, the CLA35 Edition 55 starts at R1 312 848.

Performance, of course, is unchanged from the standard models, with both the A35 and CLA35 employing a turbocharged 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol mill, which delivers its 225 kW and 400 Nm to all four wheels via an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. The result is a sprint from standstill to 100 kph in a claimed 4.7 seconds in the case of the A35 hatchback, 4.8 seconds for the A35 sedan and 4.9 seconds in the case of the CLA35. All three models are electronically limited to 250 kph.

What do you get for splashing the extra cash?

You’re no doubt wondering what the Edition 55 package includes. Well, as with the A45 and CLA45 versions, the AMG Aerodynamics Package, AMG Night Package and AMG Night Package II are all part of the deal, along with a paint colour choice of Cosmos Black metallic or Digital White metallic, and decals (featuring the traditional AMG emblem) running along the sides of the vehicle.

The 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels feature a matte-titanium grey colour and a high-sheen rim flange, while the AMG fuel-filler cap is finished in silver chrome and branded with the requisite “AMG” lettering.

Inside, the AMG Performance seats up front are upholstered in red-and-black leather, while the AMG Performance steering wheel is trimmed in microfibre and gains an “Edition 55” badge. The kit furthermore includes door-sill panels with red illuminated “AMG” lettering and black floor mats made of velour with red contrasting stitching and “Edition 55” lettering.

You’ll also notice plenty of brushed aluminium trim elements in the cabin, with accents in black and red. Finally, the price includes an AMG indoor car cover in black with a silver-coloured AMG logo at the height of the upper edge of the windscreen.

How much do the A35 and CLA35 Edition 55 cost in South Africa?

Mercedes-AMG A35 Hatch 4Matic Edition 55: R1 183 103

Mercedes-AMG A35 Sedan 4Matic Edition 55: R1 222 896

Mercedes-AMG CLA35 4Matic Edition 55: R1 312 848