Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic (W176)
Mercedes A class 2012 1.5 diesel description
Hatchback Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic has been produced from January, 2013 to December, 2015. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 2750 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 1700 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard.
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The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful ...
This Mercedes A class 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.9 litres.
Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
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 outstanding rate 93 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 81 from 100, for pedestrian protection Mercedes A class got 67 points from 100.
Mercedes A class safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.
Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic technical data
| Model: | Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2013. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 1461 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 90 HP ON 2750 RPM | Torque: | 240 NM ON 1700 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.29m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 341 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1157 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1960 kg | ||
Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic engine K9K 4
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system may present a challenge, and the timing belt change interval should be monitored.| Engine displacement | 1461 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 15.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info |
| Timing belt change interval | 60,000 km |
| 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 160 CDI Automatic oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) |
| Power | 75 - 115 HP ON 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 - 260 NM ON 1700 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Renault |
| Start of production (year) | 2012 |
| Duration of production | 13 years |
| Engine also used on | Nissan Qashqai Renault Scenic Renault Megane Dacia Duster and 13 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Mercedes A class hatchback [2012 - 2015] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Mercedes A 160 CDI Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | - | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Mercedes A 160 CDI Automatic Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 | 1.5 Diesel | 90 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Mercedes A 180 2012 CDI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 109 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Mercedes A 180 2012
Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Mercedes A 180 2012 Automatic
Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Mercedes A 200 2012 Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 1.6 Petrol | 156 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Mercedes A 200 2012 Automatic
Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 156 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Mercedes A 180 2012 CDI Automatic Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 1.8 Diesel | 109 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Mercedes A 200 2012 CDI Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 1.8 Diesel | 136 HP | 4.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Mercedes A 200 2012 CDI Automatic Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 1.8 Diesel | 136 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Mercedes A 250 2012 Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 | 2.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Mercedes A 250 Automatic 4x4
Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 211 HP | - | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
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Mercedes A 250 Automatic 4x4
Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) | All wheel |
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Mercedes A 220 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP) |
2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |