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Mercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz A 170 Elegance
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating50 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1699 ccm (103.67 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.8 litres/100 km (34.85 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Optional front air bags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1699 ccm (103.67 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque155.00 Nm (15.8 kgf-m or 114.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 78.5 mm (3.3 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0935 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3087 litres (816 gallons)
Cargo space435 litres (115 gallons)
Optional cargo space1995 litres (527 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1240 kg (2,733.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1770 kg (3,902.2 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR20260
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