Mercedes-AMG unveils the stunning 2020 CLA35 4-MATIC

Mercedes-Benz today releases pictures of its new CLA 35 4MATIC, in which it says “iconic design meets strength and intelligence.”

The stunning sports sedan is expected to be released at the New York motor show later this month.

But here are the first official glimpses of the new car, which Mercedes-Benz has been teasing on its official Facebook page.

It will be the most powerful model in the CLA range until the even hotter CLA 45 model arrives.

While Mercedes-Benz says the specifications of the new model will be released closer to its launch here, international motoring websites say the new car could be powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that produces 225kW and 400Nm of torque.

Overseas speculation suggests the CLA 35 4MATIC could mirror the Mercedes-AMG A35 4MATIC hot hatch which is expected to arrive here towards the end of this year. That travels from zero to 100kph in just 4.7 seconds.

The Mercedes-AMG A35 will be a direct challenger to the Audi S3.

Expect to read more details about the new CLA 35 4MATIC as the New York international auto show approaches. The show starts on Saturday-week, April 20.