Mercedes A 140 2001 (W168)
Mercedes A class 2001 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Mercedes A 140 2001 has been produced from March, 2001 to September, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 82 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 130 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes A class 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Mercedes A 140 2001 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes A 140 2001 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 167 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes A 140 2001 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.
- Mercedes A 140 2001 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.7 seconds faster (in 12.9 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes A 140 2001 Long MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.4 seconds faster (in 13.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km

Mercedes A 140 2001 technical data
Model: | Mercedes A 140 2001 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2001. March ... 2004. September | ||
Engine: | 1397 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 180 g/km |
Power: | 82 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 130 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 167 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 (combined) 10.4 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 54 litres (14.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.61m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.58m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1500 kg |
Mercedes A 140 2001 engine M166 E14
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1397 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 69.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mercedes A 140 2001 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 82 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 NM ON 3750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
All Mercedes A class hatchback [2001 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes A 140 2001
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 140 2001 Long
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 140 2001 | 1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 140 2001 Long | 1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2001
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2001 Long
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2001 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2001 Long | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2001 CDI | 1.7 Diesel | 75 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI Long
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI | 1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2001 CDI Long | 1.7 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 190 2001 | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 190 2001 Long | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 190 2001 | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 190 2001 Long | 1.9 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 210 2002
Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 210 2002 Long
Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 210 2002 Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 | 2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes A 210 2002 Long Mar 2002 — Sep 2004 | 2.1 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |