Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic (C169)

Mercedes A class 2008 2.0 diesel description

Hatchback Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 250 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 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 IHI VV16 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 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 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.

Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 181 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic fuel consumption is 5.4 litres per 100km (18.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes A klase 2008 - 2011 versions, city fuel economy - 7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 6.3 litres per 100 km, which is 17% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mercedes A class version with manual gearbox (Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 10.8 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 5.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km.
Mercedes A class 2008

Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic technical data

Model: Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2008. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 1991 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 142 g/km
Power: 109 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 250 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 181 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.4 (combined) 7.0 (urban) 4.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.3 l/100km (37.3 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: 1830 kg

Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic engine OM640 180 CDI

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 1991 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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 180 2008 CDI Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts)
Coolant capacity 6.8 litres (7.2 quarts)
Power 109 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 250 NM ON 1600 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)
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