Mercedes A class 2008 W169
This generation of Mercedes A class W169 (facelift model) has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2012. We can provide information about 14 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Mercedes is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.5 to 2.0 litres and power of from 95 to 193 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement 2.0 litres and power of from 82 to 140 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.
Mercedes A class 2008 W169 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 5.5 to 7.9 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 4.9 to 5.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes A class 2008 W169 petrol engine version is Mercedes A 150 2008, consuming 5.5 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes A class 2008 W169 diesel - Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI for 100 kilometers consumes 4.9 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Mercedes A class real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 20 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +21% for petrol engines and +19% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes A class modification.
Mercedes A class 2008 W169 CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 148 to 187 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 128 to 149 grams per kilometer. From Mercedes A class with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mercedes A 150 2008 which produces an average of 148 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Mercedes A class diesels least CO2 distributes Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI - 128 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.3 seconds has Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI reaching this speed only in 15.3 seconds. The maximum top speed is 228 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 4-cylinder 193 hp version (Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo).
Lenght of Mercedes A class is 388 cm, it is small car. Mercedes A class gross weight is from 1690 to 1780 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 11 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Mercedes A class trunk space is 435 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1995 litres.
This Mercedes is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 3700 €. Users calculated Mercedes A class 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 50%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 27% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes A class for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes A class prices and costs.
Mercedes A class modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes A 150 2008
Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 150 2008
Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 170 2008
Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.7 Petrol | 116 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2008 | 1.7 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2008 Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo
Most powerfull petrol version (193 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 193 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 193 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI
Mai 2008 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI | 2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2008 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A class prices
Mercedes A class 2008 - 2012 hatchback price in Latvia is from 2500 € to 5000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes A class price is entirely high - Mercedes A class is approximately for 23 percents more expensive then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2008 - 2012 prices). Mercedes A class high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Mercedes could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mercedes A class 2011 price | 3500 € | 4200 € | 5000 € | |
Mercedes A class 2010 price | 3200 € | 3800 € | 4400 € | |
Mercedes A class 2009 price | 2500 € | 3400 € | 4200 € | |
Mercedes A class 2008 price | 2900 € | 3400 € | 3900 € |
Mercedes A class total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes A class? Users calculated Mercedes A class 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.24 € cost per one kilometer.
Mercedes A class 2008 total costs of ownership calculator
Calculate total cost of ownership of the Mercedes A class, including purchase, insurance, maintenance, taxes and other costs based on how you use your vehicle.
Mercedes A class reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes A class reliability is above average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2022 defects were detected in an average of 18.1 percent of Mercedes A class of this generation (on average 12 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 21.6%.
Mercedes A class reliability and quality
Most reliable used over 15 years old cars
Most reliable over 15 years old hatchbacks
Mercedes A class 2008 W169 features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes A class with corresponding feature (option)
80% Metallic paint
68% Adjustable steering wheel
62% Rain sensor
60% Climate control
53% Tire pressure control
44% Cruise control
39% Heated seats
36% Leather upholstery
22% Rear parking sensors
17% Dimming mirrors
16% Front parking sensors
13% Navigation
11%
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Mercedes A class reviews
Total 13 Mercedes A class owner reviews
Pros: Starts with first incision, even at -25 degrees, need very little space to park, stable on road, a good burst of speed, low fuel consumption, transparency is ideal
Cons: Could be a quieter cabin, in winter thaw until relatively late in front window
Purchase year: | 2012 age of car 3 years) | Owned for | 12`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 5.2 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) |
Would recomend this car to the friend