Mercedes-Benz A-Class Explained

Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Production:1997–present

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a subcompact car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz and marketed across fourth generations as a front-engine, front-wheel drive, five-passenger, five-door hatchback, with a three-door hatchback offered for the second generation.

As the brand's entry-level vehicle, the first generation A-Class, internally coded W168, was introduced in 1997, the second generation (W169) in late 2004 and the third generation (W176) in 2012. The fourth generation model (W177), which was launched in 2018, marked the first time the A-Class was offered in the United States and Canada.[1] This fourth generation A-Class is also the first to be offered both as a hatchback (W177) and sedan (V177).[2]

Styled by Steve Mattin and launched at the 1997 Frankfurt Motor Show, the A-Class was noted for its short, narrow footprint, its overall height, and an interior volume and level of equipment competing with larger cars. The A-Class subsequently gained length and width over its successive generations, losing some of its height. Approximately 3.3 million A-Class models had been manufactured by the 2021 model year.

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First generation (W168; 1997)

First generation
Body Style:5-door hatchback
Width:17191NaN1
Height:15871NaN1
Related:Vaneo (W414)
Designer:Steve Mattin (1994)
Model Code:W168

History

In 1994, Mercedes-Benz confirmed that it would be launching a compact car - the A-Class (A 160) - by early 1997, and (A 190) by early 1999, which would be the company's first venture in this sector of the market; it was hinted at this stage that the new car would be shorter than the average supermini but as spacious and practical inside as a large family car.[3]

The A-Class was presented to the motoring press late in 1996, and launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in the autumn of 1997, the W168 A-Class was quite unusual for Mercedes-Benz featuring a front-wheel drive layout and unusual tall but yet short body and Avantgarde at the 1999 Geneva Motor Show and 1999 Frankfurt Motor Show.

This was the first complete exterior designed by Coventry University trained Steve Mattin, for which he was named Autocar magazine's 'Designer of the Year'. Earlier, Mattin had mostly worked on design for the W210 E-Class in 1991. Concurrent to the W168, he designed the exterior of the W220 S-Class. The final design freeze occurred in January 1995, at 32 months before August 1997 start of production.[4] [5]

Between 1997 and 2004, 1.1 million first generation A-Class models had been sold.[6] Overall, Daimler lost €1,440 per vehicle produced.[7]

The A-Class was facelifted in February 2001, with minor alterations to the headlights, front and rear bumper design and the addition of a new 1701NaN1 longer wheelbase version. It was launched at the Geneva Motor Show.[8]

Elk Test Issue/Recall

The W168 became infamous in 1997 after flipping over during the traditional "elk test"[9] performed by the Swedish automobile publication Teknikens Värld. According to the report, the W168 overturned when manoeuvring to avoid the "elk". Mercedes initially denied the problem, but then took the surprising step of recalling all units sold to date (2,600) and suspending sales for three months until the problem was solved by adding electronic stability control and modifying the suspension.[10] The company spent DM 2.5 billion in developing the car, with a further DM 300 million to fix it.[11]

Engines

All A-Class models are powered by four-cylinder engines, with 1.4 L and 1.6 L petrol models at launch (M 166 series), followed by two versions of a 1.7 L diesel engine (OM 668 series). In 1999, a larger 1.9 L petrol model was added, with the 2.1 the last W168 version to be launched in 2002. Also two AMG versions were produced, a 3.2 in 2001 and a 3.8 in 2000, though very few of these were made.[12]

ModelYearsConfigurationDisplacementPowerTorqueNaN0NaN0Top SpeedFuel Consumption/Efficiency (EU-Norm combined)
Petrol engines
A 1401997–2004M 166 E 141397 cm3600NaN0 at 5,000 rpm1300NaN0 at 3,750 rpm1700NaN06.8L/100 km
A 140 L2001–2004
A 140 Automatic2000–2004M 166 E 16 red.1598 cm3600NaN0 at 5,000 rpm1400NaN0 at 2,500 rpm1660NaN0
A 140 L Automatic2001–2004
A 1601997–2004M 166 E 161598 cm3750NaN0 at 5,250 rpm1500NaN0 at 4,000 rpm1820NaN0
A 160 L2001–2004
A 1901999–2004M 166 E 191898 cm3920NaN0 at 5,500 rpm1800NaN0 at 4,000 rpm1980NaN07.5L/100 km
A 190 L2001–2004
A 210 Evolution2002 – 2004M 166 E 212084 cm31030NaN0 at 5,500 rpm2050NaN0 at 4,000 rpm2030NaN07.9L/100 km
A 210 Evolution L
A 32K AMG (Prototype)2002M 112 E 32 ML Supercharged3199 cm32600NaN0 at 6,100 rpm4500NaN0 at 3,000–4,600 rpm2500NaN0
A 38 AMG (Prototype)1998M 166 E 19 (two engines—front and rear)3796 cm3 (2x 1898 cm3)1860NaN0 at 5,500 rpm3600NaN0 at 4,000 rpm2300NaN0
Diesel engines
A 160 CDI1998–2001OM668 DE 17 A red.1689 cm3440NaN0 at 3,600 rpm1600NaN0 at 1,500–2,400 rpm1580NaN04.5L/100 km
2001–2004OM 668 DE 17 LA red.550NaN0 at 3,600 rpm1600NaN0 at 1,500–2,800 rpm1630NaN0
A 170 CDI1998–2001OM 668 DE 17 LA660NaN0 at 4,200 rpm1800NaN0 at 1,600–3,200 rpm1750NaN04.9L/100 km
2001–2004700NaN0 at 4,200 rpm1800NaN0 at 1,600–3,600 rpm1820NaN0
A 170 CDI L1800NaN0

Safety

Test[13] ScorePoints
Overall:N/AN/A
Adult occupant:27

Production

DaimlerChrysler invested EUR 900 million in developing the Rastatt plant where the A-Class is produced, and created 1600 new jobs (for a total of 4700). A further 600 people work in the office building at the plant site.

Mercedes-Benz began W168 production on 17 February 1999 at its new Brazilian facility in Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais. The Brazilian plant was the company's first factory in South America dedicated to passenger cars, with an investment of US$840 million and 10,000 employees. The factory initially produced A-Class and C-Class models, assembling them from pieces manufactured in Germany. The target for the cars was regional markets (from Argentina to Mexico) with modifications made to the cars to suit local conditions, like a protection for the motor base. On 15 August 2005 the factory stopped production of A-Class cars.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class "F-Cell" (2004–)

See also: Mercedes-Benz F-Cell. It is a version of 5-door A-Class hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with 880NaN0 electric motor. It has a driving range of 1600NaN0.[14]

Three A-Class F-Cell cars were used in the 2003 Frankfurt International Motor Show for press shuttle service. On 18 June 2004, 4 production F-Cell vehicles were delivered to Deutsche Telekom and BEWAG/Vattenfall Europe in Berlin.[15]

In 2007, the A-Class F-Cell were delivered to Landsvirkjun and Reykjavik Energy.[16]

A DHL version of F-Cell was unveiled in FC EXPO 2008.[17]

Reception

According to a 2008 British satisfaction survey by Which?, the A-Class came third from bottom out of 217 models surveyed with a score of 65 percent.[18]

Second generation (W169; 2004)

Second generation
Production:June 2004 – 2012
Related:B-Class (W245)
Wheelbase:25681NaN1
Width:17641NaN1
Height:15931NaN1
Model Code:W169

Initial release

The W169 is constructed with high-strength steel alloys with bonded joints. Standard equipment included front as well as combined head and thorax-protection side airbags. The front airbags are adaptive with two-stage gas generators operating according to the severity of accident. Optionally rear side airbags (for side-impacts in the backseats) and side-curtain airbags were available.

The force exerted by the seat belt system during a collision adapts dynamically to collision characteristics. The 'active' head restraints (standard for driver and front passenger) reduce neck injury, especially in rear collisions.

The cargo capacity of the W169 was increased by 15 percent over the W168.

Seven four-cylinder engines were available: four petrol (gasoline) (A 150, A 170, A 200, A 200 Turbo) and three diesel (A 160 CDI, A 180 CDI, A 200 CDI) partnered with either five- or six-speed manual gearbox. A continuously variable transmission system called "Autotronic Constantly Variable Transmission" (CVT) is an optional feature.

The petrol A 200 Turbo provides 1930NaN0 and 2800NaN0 of torque (rotational force); the diesel A 200 CDI has 1400NaN0 and 3000NaN0.

The most powerful engine achieved 0-1000NaN0 in 8.0 seconds with a top speed of 2180NaN0.The newly developed direct-injection CDI diesel units use a common-rail direct injection system that improves fuel consumption and reduces exhaust emissions and engine noise.

All the engines meet the tight EU4 emissions limits. A particulate filter system is available as an option for the diesel units to reduce particulate emissions by about 99% without the need for additives.

The A-Class is a front wheel drive car and features traction control (ASR) as standard, as well as electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes (ABS).

Handling is improved by precision tracking and anti-roll support, and by a Parabolic Rear Axle.

A "Selective Damping System", in which the shock absorber forces respond differently according to conditions, is standard. For example, under normal conditions it operates at soft absorption; while cornering at speed it changes to full damping force.

Sales of the W169 were targeted at 50,000 units in 2004. Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing, Mercedes Car Group, said that target had been reached even before vehicles arrived in dealer showrooms.

Japan models went on sale in 2005-02-04. Early models include 5-door right drive versions of A 170, A 170 Elegance, A 200 Elegance.[19] 5-door right drive version of A 200 TURBO Elegance was added in 2005-11-10.[20] Due to the body width being larger than 1700 mm, it could not be registered as small car in Japan. (See Vehicle size class#Japan)

2008 update

The W169 Model facelift changes included redesigned front and rear fascias and lights, and optional stop-start function on A 150 and 170 models.[21] Active Park Assist enables the car to parallel park itself, with only throttle and brake inputs required from the driver.

The five-door Hatchback and the three-door Coupé vehicles debuted in spring 2008, alongside the refreshed 2009 M-Class and B-Class.[22] Early models include A 160 CDI, A 180 CDI, A 200 CDI, A 150, A 170, A 200, A 200 TURBO.[23]

Japan models went on sale in 2008-08-20. Early models 5-door versions of A 170, A 170 Elegance.[24] Japan models of A 170 was renamed to A 180 in 2009-08-24.[25]

A-Class Special Edition 2009 (2009)

The Special Edition is a limited (5500 units) version for all model variants of the A-Class. It includes the BlueEfficiency package, black radiator louvres, 16-inch titanium silver light-alloy wheels in a new 9-spoke design (tyre size 195/55 R16), a "Special Edition" badge on the mirror triangle, two-tone colour scheme in black and grey, Audio 20 radio with CD player and Bluetooth hands-free system and the Light and Sight package with a rain sensor, automatically dimming rear-view mirror, an illuminated vanity mirror in the sun visor, separately adjustable reading lights in the rear, a reading light for the driver and illuminated front foot wells, Seating Comfort package (height-adjustable front passenger seat, seat cushion angle adjustment and lumbar supports for the driver and front passenger). Standard exterior features also include fog lamps and a free choice of metallic paint finish.[26]

Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-CELL (2010)

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class E-CELL was introduced in September 2010 and debuted at the October 2010 Paris Motor Show.[27] [28] The E-Cell has a range of 200km (100miles) capable of developing a peak output of 70kW, a continuous power rating of 50kW and a maximum torque of 290 N·m (214 lb·ft). The Mercedes A-Class E-Cell can accelerate from 0–60 km/h (37 mph) in 5.5 seconds, and its top speed is 150km/h.[27] [29]

Tesla Motors, as part of its collaboration with Mercedes-Benz, built electric powertrain components for the E-Cell. The 36 kWh battery contains approximately 4,000 individual lithium-ion cells.[27] [30] [31] Mercedes has developed a modular system for electric vehicles with battery and fuel-cell. This system allows the efficient use of shared parts in all the brand's electric vehicles. Thanks to the modular approach the electric drive of the A‑Class E‑Cell is also used in the B‑Class F‑Cell, and the energy storage units in the A‑Class EV are the same as the battery in the Smart fortwo electric drive.[27] [29]

A limited production of 500 A-Class E-Cell electric cars will be built, for trial purposes, at the Mercedes Rastatt plant, near Stuttgart beginning in September 2010. As part of a demonstration program, the cars will be leased to selected customers in several European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Daimler is not planning to sell the electric version outside Europe.[27] [29] [32]

A 180 Final Edition (2012)

The Final Edition is a limited (300 units) version of 5-door righthand drive A 180 for the Japanese market. It included calcite white body colour, black interior colour, sport package (chrome exhaust tip, 17-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels, chrome iridium silver front grille, stainless acceleration and brake pedals with rubber stud, leather wrapped sport steering wheel and silver shift knob, silver meter panel), bi-xenon headlights and headlight washer, cornering lights, fog lamps (front/rear), rain sensor, sun visor with illuminating mirror, anti-glare mirrors, 'Final Edition' emblem, and floor mats with 'Final Edition' silver logo plates.

The vehicle went on sale on 28 May 2012.[33]

Technical data

width=123Specificationwidth=82A 160 CDIwidth=82A 180 CDIwidth=82A 200 CDIwidth=82A 150width=82A 170width=82A 200width=82A 200 Turbo
Length38381NaN1
Width17641NaN1
Height15931NaN1
Wheelbase25681NaN1
Luggage (l)435–1995
(3 doors)435–1485
Empty weight (5-doors)13250NaN013450NaN013650NaN012250NaN012400NaN013050NaN0
(3 doors)13000NaN013200NaN013400NaN011950NaN012100NaN012750NaN0
Tank Capacity541NaN1
Tank Reserve61NaN1
Cylindersdiesel 4/in-line 4-valv/cyl - Gasoline 4/in-line 2-valv/cyl
Displacement cc1991199119911498169920342034
Engine2.0L Turbo Diesel1.5L Petrol1.7L Petrol2.0 Petrol2.0 Turbo Petrol
Fuel per 100 km4.9L5.2L5.4L6.2L6.6L7.2L
Rated Output kW/hp/PS (rpm)60/80/82 (4200)80/107/109 (4200)103/138/140 (4200)70/94/95 (5200)85/114/116 (5500)100/134/136 (5750) 142/190/193 (4850)
Rated Torque1800NaN0 (1400–2600)2500NaN0 (1600–2600)3000NaN0 (1600–2600)1400NaN0 (3500–4000)1550NaN0 (3500–4000)1850NaN0 (3500–4000)2800NaN0 (1800–4850)
Acceleration 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) (sec)15.010.89.512.610.99.98.0
Top Speed165km/h184km/h202km/h173km/h188km/h195km/h218km/h
Transmission5-speed manual6-speed manual6-speed manual5-speed manual5-speed manual6-speed manual
Wheels6j x 156j x 156j x 166j x 156j x 156j x 166j x 16
Tires185/65R15185/65R15195/55R16185/65R15185/65R15195/55R16195/55R16
Specification W169 (5 door) W168 (long wheelbase) W168 (standard)
Length38381NaN137761NaN136061NaN1
Width17641NaN117191NaN117191NaN1
Height15931NaN115891NaN115751NaN1
Wheelbase25681NaN125931NaN124231NaN1
VDA boot capacity L435–1370470–1180390–1040

Production

As of 4 December 2006, 371,700 second generation A-Class units had been sold since September 2004, making it a total of 1,500,000 A-Class produced at DaimlerChrysler's Rastatt plant in ten years.[6]

As of 26 June 2009, the 750,000th second generation A-Class vehicle was built at the Rastatt plant.[34]

As of 1 February 2012, 1 million second generation A-Class vehicles had been delivered since autumn 2004.[35]

In 2021, the Mercedes A-Class achieved the title of 4th best-selling car in the UK having achieved a total of 30,710 registrations.[36]

Third generation (W176; 2012)

Third generation
Model Years:2013–2018
Platform:Mercedes-Benz MFA
Body Style:5-door hatchback
Model Code:W176

See main article: Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W176). The model was introduced at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show officially as a subcompact executive / C-segment model for the first time after being a supermini / B-segment for fifteen years.[37] This model does not offer a 3-door model, due to the decreasing popularity of 3-door models and its larger size.[38] The W176 was available in some markets from September 2012.[39] Models in the Japanese market went on sale in January 2013.[40]

The design for the third generation of A-Class was based on the 2011 Concept A-Class and was unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.[41] The facelifted model of the W176 was presented in Q3 2015. Orders for the facelifted model had started in July 2015, and mass production started in September. The facelift had added updated lights, technology, and models.[42] The model was initially built exclusively in Rastatt. However, from late 2013 it was also built in Uusikaupunki, Finland for certain countries.[43]

Fourth generation (W177; 2018)

Fourth generation
Production:April 2018 – present
Model Years:2018–present
Platform:MFA2
Body Style:5-door hatchback
4-door sedan
Model Code:W177

See main article: Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177). The W177 hatchback was launched in 2018 as the successor to the W176 Mercedes-Benz A-Class and sales commenced in March 2018.[44] It is available as a 5-door hatchback (W177 model code), 4-door sedan (V177),[45] and a long-wheelbase sedan exclusive to China (Z177).[46] In North America, the hatchback is available in Canada and Mexico, but in the US, only the sedan is available.

The fourth generation A-Class hatchback was unveiled to media in February 2018 in Amsterdam ahead of its public debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.[47] At launch Mercedes-Benz revealed the vehicle's "predator face", which is also implemented in the C257 CLS and C118 CLA, which will not spread throughout the brand's entire range of cars.[48]

Sales

YearEurope[49] Australia[50]
19976,184
1998118,058
1999177,275
2000168,897
2001161,962
2002149,327
2003130,051
2004126,294
2005173,548
2006148,001
2007136,349
2008125,671
2009109,568
2010106,983
201188,025
201270,108
2013131,258
2014121,2314,676
2015119,4753,629
2016141,8004,335
2017143,5504,768
2018153,8824,175
2019198,9264,689
2020158,9556,054
2021118,4393,793
2022

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