Mercedes A class 2004 W169
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
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This generation of Mercedes A class W169 has been produced from September, 2004 to December, 2008. 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.
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.
Mercedes A class 2004 W169 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.2 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 2004 W169 petrol engine version is Mercedes A 150 2004, consuming 6.2 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes A class 2004 W169 diesel - Mercedes A 160 2004 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 18 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +19% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes A class modification.
Mercedes A class 2004 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 2004 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 2004 CDI - 128 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.3 seconds has Mercedes A 200 2005 Turbo Automatic version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes A 160 2005 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 2005 Turbo).
Lenght of Mercedes A class is 384 cm, it is small car. Mercedes A class gross weight is from 1690 to 1780 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 15 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 quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 2500 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes A class repair costs are 60 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes A class 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2000 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 51%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 28% 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 2004
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 150 2005 Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 | 1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 170 2004 | 1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2005 Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 | 1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2004 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 200 2005 Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2005 Turbo
Sep 2005 — Dec 2008 Most powerfull petrol version (193 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 193 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 200 2005 Turbo Automatic
Sep 2005 — Dec 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 193 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 160 2004 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2005 CDI Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 180 2004 CDI | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 180 2005 CDI Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2004 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 200 2005 CDI
Jan 2005 — Dec 2008 Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A class safety
During safety testing Mercedes A class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes A class is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes A class got two stars.
Mercedes A class prices
Mercedes A class 2004 - 2008 hatchback price in Latvia is from 1200 € to 3400 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes A class price is very high - Mercedes A class is approximately for 50 percents more expensive then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2004 - 2008 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 2007 price | 2500 € | 2900 € | 3400 € | |
Mercedes A class 2006 price | 2000 € | 2700 € | 3200 € | |
Mercedes A class 2004 price | 1200 € | 1800 € | 2600 € |
Mercedes A class total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes A class? Users calculated Mercedes A class 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2000 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer.
Mercedes A class 2004 total costs of ownership calculator
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Mercedes A class reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes A class reliability is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2019 defects were detected in an average of only 21.8 percent of Mercedes A class of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 28.4%.
Mercedes A class 2004 W169 features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes A class with corresponding feature (option)
79% Metallic paint
67% Adjustable steering wheel
61% Climate control
49% Rain sensor
43% Heated seats
29% Cruise control
24% Tire pressure control
20% Rear parking sensors
19% Leather upholstery
16% Front parking sensors
15%
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Mercedes A class reviews
Total 13 Mercedes A class owner reviews
Pros: Durable, rare repairs
Cons: At first it seemed strange during drive, it seemed that "floating", by time i got used to it.
Purchase year: | 2006 new car) | Owned for | 176`000 kilometers (10 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 7.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 600 € (~ 60 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend