Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI (W168)
Mercedes A class 2001 1.7 diesel description
Hatchback Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI has been produced from March, 2001 to September, 2004. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 3600 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and BorgWarner K03 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes A class 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 157 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.
Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI technical data
| Model: | Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2001. March ... 2004. September | ||
| Engine: | 1689 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 154 g/km |
| Power: | 75 HP ON 3600 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 157 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 4.6 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 54 litres (14.3 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 3.61m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.58m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1740 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1540 kg | ||
Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI engine OM668 160 CDI
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1689 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
| Compression ratio | 19.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Power | 60 - 75 HP ON 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
Most often compared to
All Mercedes A class hatchback [2001 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes A 140 2001
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mercedes A 140 2001 Long
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 140 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mercedes A 140 2001 Long | 1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Mercedes A 160 2001
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 160 2001 Long | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 160 2001 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mercedes A 160 2001 Long | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI | 1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI Long
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI | 1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI Long | 1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mercedes A 190 2001 | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 190 2001 Long | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 190 2001 | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mercedes A 190 2001 Long | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Mercedes A 210 2002
Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mercedes A 210 2002 Long
Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mercedes A 210 2002 Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 | 2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mercedes A 210 2002 Long Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 | 2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |