Mercedes A class 2004 C169

This generation of Mercedes A class C169 3 door version has been produced from November, 2004 to January, 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. 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.

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Mercedes A class 2004 C169 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 C169 petrol engine version is Mercedes A 150 2004, consuming 6.2 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes A class 2004 C169 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 +18% for petrol engines and +18% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes A class modification.

Mercedes A class 2004 C169 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 1740 to 1880 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 1370 litres.

This Mercedes is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 2400 €. 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 2600 € cost per year and 0.25 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 53%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 26% 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
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 — Jan 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 — Jan 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 — Jan 2008 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic
Mercedes A 200 2005 Turbo Sep 2005 — Jan 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 — Jan 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 — Jan 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 — Jan 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 — Jan 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 1000 € to 3800 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes A class price is very high - Mercedes A class is approximately for 28 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.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Mercedes A class 2008 price 2700 € 3000 € 3300 €
Mercedes A class 2007 price 2200 € 3000 € 3800 €
Mercedes A class 2006 price 1600 € 2200 € 3000 €
Mercedes A class 2005 price 1300 € 1800 € 2300 €
Mercedes A class 2004 price 1000 € 2000 € 3500 €

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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%.

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Mercedes A class 2004 C169 features (options)

Percentage of Mercedes A class with corresponding feature (option)

Conditioning
72%
Metallic paint
64%
Climate control
51%
Rain sensor
45%
Tire pressure control
22%
Adjustable steering wheel
22%
Xenon headlights
12%

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Mercedes A class reviews

Total 13 Mercedes A class owner reviews

Mercedes A class 2006 Petrol 1.5 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2006 (new car) Owned for:176`000 kilometers (10 years)
Average fuel consumption: 7.5 litres per 100km (60% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 600 € (~ 60 € per year)
Total car rating:
8
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