Mercedes A class 1997 W168

This generation of Mercedes A class W168 has been produced from September, 1997 to March, 2001. We can provide information about 10 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.

This Mercedes is available with three petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 1.9 litres and power of from 82 to 125 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 1.7 litres and power of from 60 to 90 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (5 versions), as well as automatic (5 versions) gearbox.

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Mercedes A class 1997 W168 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.2 to 8.2 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 4.5 to 5.4 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes A class 1997 W168 petrol engine version is Mercedes A 160 1997, consuming 7.2 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes A class 1997 W168 diesel - Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI for 100 kilometers consumes 4.5 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Mercedes A class real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 12 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +6% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes A class modification.

Mercedes A class 1997 W168 CO2 emissions are from 172 to 196 grams per kilometer. Mercedes A class version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Mercedes A 160 1997, which produces 172 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.8 seconds has Mercedes A 190 1999 version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic reaching this speed only in 18.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 198 km/h for the 1.9 petrol 4-cylinder 125 hp version (Mercedes A 190 1999).

Lenght of Mercedes A class is 358 cm, it is very small car. Mercedes A class gross weight is from 1480 to 1560 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 20 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.

This Mercedes is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 750 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes A class repair costs are 140 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes A class 1997 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1600 € cost per year and 0.21 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 49%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 32% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes A class for your situation and driving habits here! Our review authors managed to sell their Mercedes A class in average time of 3 weeks. Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes A class prices and costs.

In user reviews Mercedes A class received average grade 7.7 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 78% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.

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Mercedes A class safety

During safety testing Mercedes A class has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes A class is evaluated with four stars.

Mercedes A class prices

Mercedes A class 1997 - 2001 hatchback price in Latvia is from 300 € to 1400 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes A class price is below average - Mercedes A class is approximately for 12 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1997 - 2001 prices).