At this point, VW better bring us something good in Golf R(mk7) , S3 or RS3 form. Mercedes will be very strong in any trim they feel like to bring either the A class or the CLA. This AMG looks promising.
Agreed.
The AMG looks ok - although I'm not a fan of the display/dash. But I would consider based on the performance numbers. Hopefully VW will bring it (i.e. MK7 Golf R or RS3)!
Another link with some videos:
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/02/13/mercedes-benz-a45-amg-shows-up-to-fight-the-hottest-hatches/