Test drive Mercedes Benz A-class W169 since 2008 hatchback
First steps
Acquaintance with Mercedes-Benz cars begins with a CD with A-Class CD. This year the model was restored. Updated versions of compact machines in many respects have become even more attractive to buyers. The design, equipment, technical equipment are improved, efficiency and environmental characteristics are improved. As before, the manufacturer offers two types of body: a five -door version in which the emphasis is on functionality and versatility, and a three -door compartment, primarily focused on the youth audience. The buyer can choose such options as Elegance or Avantgarde, as well as special equipment packages and many options.
Seven 4-cylinder engines equipped with the size are still intended for class A cars.
nominal torque of 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission. Autotronic automatic transmission is available as the option. The power range of power units from 60 kW / 82 liters. With. up to 142 kW / 193 l. With. Fuel consumption is from 4.5 to 8.1 liters per 100 km (mixed cycle), which makes these motors one of the most economical in its class. Models comply with the most stringent safety requirements. Already in the basic configuration, they are equipped with adaptive frontal inflatable airbags, lateral aerial tags to protect the head and chest, adaptive restraints of safety belts, active headlights of the front seats, multifunctional steering wheel, steering wheel control with changing effort depending on the speed of the car. Mercedes-Benz specialists complemented this extensive list a number of serial configuration components and new auxiliary systems: Anti-traffic system; adaptive lanterns of a stop signal; emergency lighting, including immediately after an accident; system of automatic turning on the headlights. Thanks to these elements, safety reaches an even higher level.
Also, many options are provided for the updated model, including those that are rarely equipped with cars of this class. Take, for example, new versions of the information and entertainment system: depending on the model, they differ, in particular, the presence of a color display, a wireless Bluetooth interface, a telephone keyboard and a connector for connecting external audio devices. And the latest flagship versions of the Audio 50 APS and Comand APS information and entertainment system have functions such as satellite navigation covering the whole of Europe and DVD player. In addition, the COMAND APS option is equipped with a voice control system. Another highlight of technical equipment is an active parking system that supports the driver when reverse. For models A 150 and A 170 with a mechanical gearbox, the ECO start / stop function provides for significantly saving fuel in urban conditions.
At the same time, the composition of very interesting and attractive equipment packages formed by specialists of the brand for A-class cars included a variety of options. A package of equipment for improving lighting and viewing, sports package and new Exclusive package is offered to choose from. The latter includes the leather finish of the cabin, electrical adjustments and heating the front seats, as well as the Thermotronic automatic climate control system.
In Russia, prices for the smallest Mercedes-Benz will start from a mark of 699 thousand 300 rubles.
