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1.6L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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$35,600â€
Base
Overview
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 5th March 2013 classified as a Br 176. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $35,600 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz A-Class is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 90 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 200 Nm of torque (at 1250 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the A-Class Base uses 5.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 135g of CO2. It has a 50L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 862km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class measures 1433mm (56.4 inches) in height, 4292mm (169.0 inches) in length, 1780mm (70.1 inches) in width with a 2699mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1395kg (3075.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The A-Class Base comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
64.52 - 107.27 kW/t
52.13 kW/t
164.34 kW/t
Boot Space
341 litres
250 litres
505 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.6 - 6.9 L/100km
3.8 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
758 - 1,087 km
566 km
1,447 km
Price
$35,600 - $74,900
$21,490
$74,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
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Dimensions
4,292 mm
1,780 mm
1,433 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,292 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,780 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,699 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 mm |
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Sales Data
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Explore Mercedes-Benz A-Class Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter: yes
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Adjustment Settings: 3
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Manufacturer Name: Linguatronic
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 135
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 1595
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 73.7
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Screen Size (in): 5.8
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 862
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 536
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 32
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.1
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 122
Maximum Power (kW): 90
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: MFA
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1157
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 341
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 61.1
Front Track (mm): 1553
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 56.4
Overall Height (mm): 1433
Overall Length (in): 169.0
Overall Length (mm): 4292
Overall Width (in): 70.1
Overall Width (mm): 1780
Rear Track (in): 61.1
Rear Track (mm): 1552
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2699
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1017
Rear Headroom (in): 37.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 952
Front Hip Room (in): 56.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1422
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1410
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1391
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1350
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1920
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4233
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3075
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Digital Display: yes
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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