Mercedes A 170 2008 (C169)

Mercedes A class 2008 1.7 petrol description

Hatchback Mercedes A 170 2008 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 116 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 155 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 250 000 to 420 000 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 5 litres.

Mercedes A 170 2008 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes A 170 2008 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes A 170 2008 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 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 7.5 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.

Mercedes A class 2008

Mercedes A 170 2008 technical data

Model: Mercedes A 170 2008
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2008. January ... 2009. January 
Engine: 1699 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 157 g/km
Power: 116 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 155 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 188 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.6 (combined) 8.6 (urban) 5.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.5 l/100km (31.4 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: 1770 kg

Mercedes A 170 2008 engine M266 E17

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 1699 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78.5 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 170 2008 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 116 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 155 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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