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Mercedes-Benz A 140 Automatic 1998

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz A 140 Automatic
Year1998
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating50 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1397 ccm (85.24 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving10.4 litres/100 km (22.73 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.35 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.3 litres/100 km (37.64 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1397 ccm (85.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power81.10 PS (60 kW or 80 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque130.00 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 69.5 mm (3.1 x 2.7 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0741 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 260 mm
Rear brakesDrums, 180 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1095 kg (2,414.1 pounds)
Overall length3580 mm (140.9 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Wheelbase2430 mm (95.7 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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