| Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
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| Production | April 2018 – present |
| Model years | 2018–present 2019–2022 (North America)[1] |
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| Designer | Mark Fetherston[7] |
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| Class | Subcompact executive car (C) |
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| Platform | MFA2 |
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| Hybrid drivetrain |
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| Battery | 15.6 kWhlithium-ion (Plug-in hybrid) |
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| Width | 1,796 mm (70.7 in) |
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| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W176) |
TheMercedes-Benz A-Class(W177) is the fourth and current generation of theA-Class range ofsubcompact executivehatchbacks andsedans. It was launched in 2018 as the successor to theW176 A-Class, with sales commencing in March 2018.[8] The available body styles include:
The W177 A-Class hatchback officially debuted at the2018 Geneva Motor Show.[12] It is based on the front-wheel drive MFA2 (Modular Front Architecture) platform and features front MacPherson struts, and rear torsion beam suspension, though some models are equipped with multi-link rear suspension.[13]
In mid-2020, the production of the North American-market A-Class sedan returned toRastatt, Germany from theCOMPAS plant inAguascalientes, Mexico to increase the production capacity of theGLB.[14]
The vehicle received a facelift for the 2023 model year.[15]
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A 4-door sedan model was released in late 2018.[16] The A-Class sedan is sold alongside the A-Class hatchback in Europe, while it marks the first time the A-Class is offered in North America but as a sedan only in the US and as both a hatchback and sedan in Canada,[17][18] while in Mexico it's the first time the sedan is sold, as the hatchback has been marketed for the first and third generation before.
It is based on the Mercedes-Benz Concept A Sedan revealed at the 2017Shanghai Motor Show and came in response to demand for a more practical alternative to theMercedes-Benz CLA.[19] A long-wheelbase sedan model (Z177) was also unveiled at the 2018Auto China Show, featuring a 60 mm (2 in) longer wheelbase and is sold exclusively in China.[20]
At its debut Daimler claimed it had the lowest aerodynamic drag of all production vehicles in the world, with a drag area below 0.49 m2, depending on exact equipment, including aerodynamic wheel and tire combination, grille shutters, etc.
The W177 A-Class comes as standard with 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control,keyless ignition, and LEDdaytime running lights.[21]
All models feature the new Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system with a redesigned touch interface and voice-controlledsmart assistant that is activated by saying "Hey Mercedes".[22] MBUX also containswhat3words functionality as standard. It is also able to offer quick shortcuts to menus based on the past habits of the user.[23] The system is also optionally available with anaugmented reality navigation system that records and displays directional arrows on the road in the navigation system.[24]
Standard models feature two 7-inch displays for theinstrument cluster and MBUX screen, and can be upgraded to a 10.25-inch display with touchpad controls,[25]real-time traffic information, andtraffic sign recognition.[26] Other available options includeApple CarPlay andAndroid Auto,[27] ambient lighting, ahead-up display,[28] and the use of a smartphone to lock or unlock the car viaNFC.[29]
The A 35 4MATIC+ model was unveiled at the2018 Paris Motor Show.[30] It uses anall-wheel drive layout and has a 7-speed dual clutchAMG SpeedShift DCT transmission.[31]
On 2 January 2019, the automobile insurance company, HUK24, accidentally revealed the information about new A 45 4MATIC+ and A 45 S 4MATIC+ AMG in its website.[32] The engine is heavily revisedM133 and renamedM139 with higher compression ratio (9.0:1 versus 8.6:1 for M133 engine) and a twin-scroll turbocharger situated behind the engine for better air flow management. There are two power levels: A 45 4MATIC+ with 310 kW (421 PS; 416 hp) and 480 N⋅m (354 lb⋅ft) and A 45 S 4MATIC+ with 310 kW (421 PS; 416 hp) and 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft).[33] At 416 hp (422 PS), the M139 engine fitted to A 45 S is the second most powerful series production four-cylinder engine with specific output of 155 kW (211 PS) per litre (or 77.5 kW per cylinder).[34][35]
The Mercedes-Benz A35 arrived in North America as the 2020 model, though it was only available as a sedan variant in the US, while Canada and Mexico received both the hatchback and sedan models of the A35.[36][37] In addition, Mexico also got the A45 4MATIC+ and A45 S 4MATIC+ hatchbacks.
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The A-Class received a facelift, unveiled in late 2022 for the 2023 model year. Notable enhancements include updated headlights and taillights. While the engines remain unchanged, petrol models now incorporate a 48-voltmild hybrid system. Furthermore, the 2023 A-Class features a redesigned interior and an upgraded infotainment screen, housing the latest iteration of the Mercedes-Benz MBUX system. Finally, the manual transmission was retired, along with the other two remaining manual models (the B-Class and CLA).[38]
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| Model | Years | Configuration | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | Top Speed | Fuel Consumption/Efficiency (EU-Norm combined) |
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| A 160 | 07/2018– | I4turbo (M282 DE14 LA) | 1,332 cc | 80 kW (109 PS; 107 hp) at 5,000 rpm | 180 N⋅m (133 lbf⋅ft) at 1,375 rpm | 10.9 seconds | 200 km/h (124 mph) | 5.0 L/100 km (47 mpg‑US) |
| A 180 | 07/2018– | I4turbo (M282 DE14 LA) | 1,332 cc | 100 kW (136 PS; 134 hp) at 5,000 rpm | 200 N⋅m (148 lbf⋅ft) at 1,460 rpm | 9.2 seconds | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 5.0 L/100 km (47 mpg‑US) |
| A 200 | 05/2018– | I4turbo (M282 DE14 LA) | 1,332 cc | 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lbf⋅ft) at 1,620 rpm | 8.0 seconds | 230 km/h (143 mph) | 5.0 L/100 km (47 mpg‑US) |
| A 220 | 07/2018– | I4turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–4,000 rpm | 6.9 seconds | 240 km/h (149 mph) | 6.2–6.4 L/100 km (38–37 mpg‑US) |
| A 220 4MATIC | 07/2018– | I4turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–4,000 rpm | 6.9 seconds | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 6.5–6–6 L/100 km (36–39–39 mpg‑US) |
| A 250 | 05/2018– | I4turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 165 kW (224 PS; 221 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–4,000 rpm | 6.2 seconds | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 6.2–6.5 L/100 km (38–36 mpg‑US) |
| A 250 4MATIC | 07/2018– | I4turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 165 kW (224 PS; 221 hp) at 5,500 rpm | 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,800–4,000 rpm | 6.2 seconds | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 6.5–6.6 L/100 km (36–36 mpg‑US) |
| A 35 AMG 4MATIC | 12/2018– | I4turbo (M260 DE20 LA) | 1,991 cc | 225 kW (306 PS; 302 hp) at 5,800-6,100 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) at 3,000–4,000 rpm | 4.7 seconds | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 7.3–7.4 L/100 km (32–32 mpg‑US) |
| A 45 AMG 4MATIC+ | 2020– | I4twin-scroll turbo (M139) | 1,991 cc | 285 kW (387 PS; 382 hp) at 5,800–6,100 rpm | 480 N⋅m (354 lbf⋅ft) at 3,000–4,000 rpm | 4.0 seconds | 250 km/h (155 mph) | TBA |
| A 45 S AMG 4MATIC+ | 2020– | I4twin-scroll turbo (M139) | 1,991 cc | 310 kW (421 PS; 416 hp) at 5,800–6,100 rpm | 500 N⋅m (369 lbf⋅ft) at 3,000–4,000 rpm | 3.9 seconds | 270 km/h (168 mph) | 8.3–8.4 L/100 km (28–28 mpg‑US) |
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| A 180 d | 05/2018–12/2020 | I4turbo (OM 608 DE 15 SCR) | 1,461 cc | 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) at 4,000 rpm | 260 N⋅m (192 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750-2,750 rpm | 10.6 seconds | 202 km/h (126 mph) | 4.1–4.3 L/100 km (57–55 mpg‑US) |
| A 200 d | 11/2018– | I4turbo (OM 654 DE 20 SCR) | 1,950 cc | 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) at 4,500 rpm | 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400-3,200 rpm | 8.1 seconds | 220 km/h (137 mph) | 4.0–4.3 L/100 km (59–55 mpg‑US) |
| A 220 d | 11/2018– | I4turbo (OM 654 DE 20 SCR) | 1,950 cc | 140 kW (190 PS; 188 hp) at 4,500 rpm | 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600-2,600 rpm | 7.0 seconds | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 4.3–4.5 L/100 km (55–52 mpg‑US) |
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| A 250 e | 08/2019– | I4turbo (M282 DE14 LA) | 1,332 cc | 116 kW (158 PS; 156 bhp) (Engine) 75 kW (102 PS; 101 bhp) (Electric) 160 kW (218 PS; 215 bhp) (Combined) | 250 N⋅m (184 lbf⋅ft) (Engine) 300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) (Electric) 450 N⋅m (332 lbf⋅ft) (Combined) | 6.6 seconds | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 1.4–1.5 L/100 km (170–160 mpg‑US) |
| Model | Years | Types |
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| A 160 | 07/2018–present | 6-speedmanual |
| A 180 | 07/2018–present | 6-speedmanual, 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 200 | 05/2018–present | 6-speedmanual, 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 220 | 07/2018–present | 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 220 4MATIC | 07/2018–present | 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 250 | 05/2018–present | 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 250 4MATIC | 07/2018–present | 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 35 AMG | 12/2018–present | 7-speedautomatic AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7G |
| A 45 AMG | 2020–present | 8-speedautomatic AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G |
| A 45 S AMG | 2020–present | 8-speedautomatic AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G |
| Diesel engines | ||
| A 160 d | 05/2019–present | 6-speedmanual |
| A 180 d | 05/2018–12/2020 | 6-speedmanual, 7-speedautomatic 7G-DCT |
| A 180 d | 12/2020–present | 6-speedmanual, 8-speedautomatic 8G-DCT |
| A 200 d | 11/2018–present | 8-speedautomatic 8G-DCT |
| A 220 d | 11/2018–present | 8-speedautomatic 8G-DCT |
| Plug-in hybrid engines | ||
| A 250 e | 05/2018–present | 8-speedautomatic 8F-DCT |
The 2018 A-Class scored five stars overall in itsEuro NCAP test.[39]
| Test | Points | % |
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| Overall: |  | |
| Adult occupant: | 36.5 | 96% |
| Child occupant: | 45.0 | 91% |
| Pedestrian: | 44.2 | 92% |
| Safety assist: | 9.8 | 75% |
| Test | Points | % |
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| Overall: | | |
| Adult occupant: | 36.5 | 96% |
| Child occupant: | 44.9 | 91% |
| Pedestrian: | 44.2 | 92% |
| Safety assist: | 9.6 | 73% |
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