Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic (W168)

Mercedes A class 1997 1.7 diesel description

Hatchback Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic has been produced from September, 1998 to March, 2001. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 60 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand 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 1998 CDI Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 18.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 150 km/h.

Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (20.4 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes A klase 1997 - 2001 versions, city fuel economy - 6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1100 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.

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.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes A class version with manual gearbox (Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.1 seconds faster (in 17.7 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 4.5 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes A class 1997

Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1998. September ... 2001. March 
Engine: 1689 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 60 HP ON 3600 RPM Torque: 160 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 150 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 18.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.9 (combined) 6.0 (urban) 4.3 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres (14.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.58m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.60m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.3 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 390 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1700 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1540 kg

Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic 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 1998 CDI Automatic 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

All Mercedes A class hatchback [1997 - 2001] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes A 140 1997

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.4 Petrol 82 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 140 1997 Automatic 1.4 Petrol 82 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes A 160 1997

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 160 1997 Automatic 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Sep 1998 — Mar 2001

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.7 Diesel 60 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 160 1998 CDI Automatic Sep 1998 — Mar 2001 1.7 Diesel 60 HP 4.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes A 170 1998 CDI Jul 1998 — Mar 2001

Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP)

1.7 Diesel 90 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 170 1998 CDI Automatic Jul 1998 — Mar 2001

Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP)

1.7 Diesel 90 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Mercedes A 190 1999 Aug 1999 — Mar 2001

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds

1.9 Petrol 125 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 190 1999 Automatic Aug 1999 — Mar 2001

Most powerfull petrol version (125 HP)

1.9 Petrol 125 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
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