Mercedes A 200 2012 (W176)
Mercedes A class 2012 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Mercedes A 200 2012 has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 5300 rpm and torque 250 Nm (Newton metres) on 1250 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available.
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This Mercedes A class 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Mercedes A 200 2012 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes A 200 2012 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 224 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes A 200 2012 fuel consumption is 5.5 litres per 100km (18.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 33% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.
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 200 2012 technical data
Model: | Mercedes A 200 2012 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. January | ||
Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 129 g/km |
Power: | 156 HP ON 5300 RPM | Torque: | 250 NM ON 1250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 224 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.5 (combined) 7.5 (urban) 4.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
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: | 1935 kg |
Mercedes A 200 2012 engine M270 DE16 AL 200
Engine displacement | 1595 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 73.7 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 : 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. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 150,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mercedes A 200 2012 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Power | 156 HP ON 5300 RPM |
Torque | 250 NM ON 1250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2011 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2014 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes C klase Mercedes B klase Mercedes CLA and 3 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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Mercedes A 220 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP) |
2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | - | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |