The A-class is a compact car with impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in just 12.6 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 175 km/h.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
12.6 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
12.6 sec
Max Speed
175 km/h 108.74 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a hatchback model from the A-class series, with 5 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 3838 mm (151.1 in), width of 1764 mm (69.45 in), and height of 1593 mm (62.72 in). The wheelbase is 2568 mm (101.1 in), with a front track of 1556 mm (61.26 in) and rear track of 1551 mm (61.06 in).
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
3838 mm 151.1 in.
Width
1764 mm 69.45 in.
Height
1593 mm 62.72 in.
Wheelbase
2568 mm 101.1 in.
Front Track
1556 mm 61.26 in.
Rear Track
1551 mm 61.06 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car in question is a petrol (gasoline) model of the A-class. Its urban fuel consumption is 7.9 l/100 km (29.77 US mpg, 35.76 UK mpg, 12.66 km/l), extra-urban fuel consumption is 5.4 l/100 km (43.56 US mpg, 52.31 UK mpg, 18.52 km/l), and the combined fuel consumption is 6.2 l/100 km (37.94 US mpg, 45.56 UK mpg, 16.13 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
7.9 l/100 km 29.77 US mpg 35.76 UK mpg 12.66 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
5.4 l/100 km 43.56 US mpg 52.31 UK mpg 18.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.2 l/100 km 37.94 US mpg 45.56 UK mpg 16.13 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car is a front-wheel drive A-class with a 1.5L, inline 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine that produces 95 HP and 140 Nm of torque. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and uses a spring strut front suspension and coil spring rear suspension. The engine oil capacity is 5.28 US qt and it has a 6.66 US qt coolant capacity. The engine meets MB 229.5 specifications and uses multi-port manifold injection.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
95 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
63.4 Hp/l
Torque
140 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 103.26 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
M 266.920
Engine Displacement
1498 cm3 91.41 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
83 mm 3.27 in.
Piston Stroke
69.2 mm 2.72 in.
Compression Ratio
11
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
5 l 5.28 US qt | 4.4 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / MB 229.5
Coolant
6.3 l 6.66 US qt | 5.54 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Spring Strut
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a well-equipped and reliable vehicle. Notable features include disc brakes on all wheels, an electric steering system, and standard safety features like ABS. The combination of these features suggests that this car offers excellent handling, braking, and stability.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
185/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The A-class car boasts an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 12.9 kg/Hp and 77.6 Hp/tonne, making it a responsive and agile drive. With a kerb weight of 1225 kg and a maximum weight of 1690 kg, it's clear that this car is designed for performance. The spacious trunk offers a minimum of 435 liters and a maximum of 1995 liters of storage space, making it perfect for road trips or daily errands.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.9 kg/Hp, 77.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.8 kg/Nm, 114.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1225 kg 2700.66 lbs.
Max Weight
1690 kg 3725.81 lbs.
Max Load
465 kg 1025.15 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
435 l 15.36 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1995 l 70.45 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
54 l 14.27 US gal | 11.88 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - A-class (W169, facelift 2008)
This car has 5 seats.
This car is a hatchback.
The length of this car is 3838 mm (151.1 in), width is 1764 mm (69.45 in), and height is 1593 mm (62.72 in). The wheelbase is 2568 mm (101.1 in), with a front track of 1556 mm (61.26 in) and rear track of 1551 mm (61.06 in).
The A-class can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.6 seconds.
The top speed of the A-class is electronically limited to 175 km/h.
The A-class can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 12.6 seconds.
This car uses petrol (gasoline) as its fuel type.
The urban fuel consumption of this car is 7.9 l/100 km (29.77 US mpg, 35.76 UK mpg, 12.66 km/l).
The combined fuel consumption of this car is 6.2 l/100 km (37.94 US mpg, 45.56 UK mpg, 16.13 km/l).
The engine displacement is 1498 cm3 or 91.41 cu. in.
This car has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The engine is an inline 4-cylinder configuration.
The car has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, providing excellent stopping power and stability.
The car features an electric steering system, offering precise and effortless handling.
The car is equipped with 185/65 R15 tires, ensuring adequate grip and stability.
The A-class model can comfortably seat up to 5 passengers.
The A-class model has an EPA-estimated fuel economy of up to 35 mpg on the highway.
The A-class model comes with advanced safety features such as automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a rearview camera.
