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Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDi BlueEfficency

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz A 160 CDi BlueEfficency
Year2010
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating50 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving4.5 litres/100 km (52.27 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Optional front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1991 ccm (121.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.7 PS (61 kW or 82 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 1400 Rev. per min.
Compression18.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 92.0 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)15.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0626 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space2747 litres (726 gallons)
Cargo space435 litres (115 gallons)
Optional cargo space1370 litres (362 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1325 kg (2,921.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1835 kg (4,045.5 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length3890 mm (153.1 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR21420
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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