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1.3L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Base
Overview
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 3rd January 2020 classified as a W177. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $43,900 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz A-Class is powered by a 1.3L 4-cylinder engine that has 100 kW of power (at 5500 rpm) and 200 Nm of torque (at 1460 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the A-Class Base uses 5.7L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 130g of CO2. It has a 43L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 754km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class measures 1440mm (56.7 inches) in height, 4419mm (174.0 inches) in length, 1796mm (70.7 inches) in width with a 2729mm (107.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1365kg (3009.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The A-Class Base comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 25,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Base has a 104mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 680kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
73.26 - 113.4 kW/t
64.89 kW/t
189.6 kW/t
Boot Space
310 - 430 litres
260 litres
625 litres
Fuel Efficiency
1.6 - 6.6 L/100km
1.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
662 - 773 km
573 km
1,098 km
Price
$43,900 - $66,000
$24,990
$102,910
Warranty (Years)
3 - 5 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,880 - 2,025 kg
1,730 kg
2,270 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,600 - 1,800 kg
1,200 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
104 mm
104 mm
175 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
15.6 kWh
1.3 kWh
42.2 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
7.4 kW
2 kW
11 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
110 kW
50 kW
110 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
73 km
2 km
330 km
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Dimensions
4,419 mm
1,796 mm
1,440 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,419 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,796 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 515 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
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Media Control
Touch Pad: yes
Touch Screen: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 130
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 72.2
Engine (cc): 1332
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: M 282
Engine (L): 1.3
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 81.4
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: 11.4
Main Capacity (L): 43
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.5
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Type: Touch Pad
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.2
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.2
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Rim Mounted Sensor: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 754
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 469
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 59
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 49
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 33
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 215
Maximum Speed (mph): 134
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 136
Maximum Power (kW): 100
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1460
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
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: Leather Covered
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 Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
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 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: Mfa2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 42.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1210
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 370
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10500
Front Track (in): 61.7
Front Track (mm): 1567
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 104
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.4
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1440
Overall Length (in): 174.0
Overall Length (mm): 4419
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width (mm): 1796
Rear Track (in): 60.9
Rear Track (mm): 1547
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 107.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2729
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1024
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 960
Front Hip Room (in): 52.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1344
Rear Hip Room (in): 50.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1287
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1400
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1372
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
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 680
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1499
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1880
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4145
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1365
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3009
Tare Weight (kg): 1340
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Subwoofer: yes
Surround Sound: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20181024
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
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
Hip Airbag
Location: Front
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Blind Spot Assist
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Seat Belts
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 Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support 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: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support 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: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Automatic Locking: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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