Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic (C169)

Mercedes A class 2008 1.5 petrol description

Hatchback Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 95 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 140 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 400 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes A class 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox.
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.2 litres per 100 km, which is 24% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes A class versions - with manual gearbox (Mercedes A 150 2008 MT), and with manual gearbox (Mercedes A 160 2009 MT) available:
  • Mercedes A 150 2008 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.9 seconds faster (in 12.6 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 6.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes A 160 2009 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.9 seconds faster (in 12.6 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
Mercedes A class 2008

Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2009. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1498 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 157 g/km
Power: 95 HP ON 5200 RPM Torque: 140 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 170 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.6 (combined) 8.5 (urban) 5.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.2 l/100km (28.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres (14.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.88m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.59m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 435 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1370 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1740 kg

Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic engine M266 E15

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 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 1498 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 69.2 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 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 Injection
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 95 HP ON 5200 RPM
Torque 140 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes B klase

All Mercedes A class hatchback [2008 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mercedes A 150 2008 Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 1.5 Petrol 95 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 160 2009 Jan 2009 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 95 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 150 2008 Automatic Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 1.5 Petrol 95 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 1.5 Petrol 95 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes A 170 2008 Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 1.7 Petrol 115 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 180 2009 Jan 2009 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.7 Petrol 115 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 170 2008 Automatic Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 1.7 Petrol 115 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes A 180 2009 Automatic Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 1.7 Petrol 115 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes A 200 2008 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 200 2008 Automatic 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo

Most powerfull petrol version (193 HP)

2.0 Petrol 193 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo Automatic

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds

2.0 Petrol 193 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 82 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI Automatic 2.0 Diesel 82 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI 2.0 Diesel 109 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic 2.0 Diesel 109 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes A 200 2008 CDI

Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP)

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Mercedes A 200 2008 CDI Automatic

Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP)

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (7)
Mercedes A class 2008 reviews
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