Mercedes A 160 2001 Long (W168)
Mercedes A class 2001 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Mercedes A 160 2001 Long has been produced from March, 2001 to September, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5250 rpm and torque 150 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes A class 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Mercedes A 160 2001 Long has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes A 160 2001 Long accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 178 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes A 160 2001 Long fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100km (13 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.
- Mercedes A 160 2001 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.1 seconds faster (in 10.8 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes A 160 2001 Long MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 11.1 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km

Mercedes A 160 2001 Long technical data
Model: | Mercedes A 160 2001 Long | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2001. March ... 2004. September | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 184 g/km |
Power: | 102 HP ON 5250 RPM | Torque: | 150 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 178 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 54 litres (14.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.78m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.59m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1500 kg |
Mercedes A 160 2001 Long engine M166 E16
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79.5 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 160 2001 Long oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 82 - 102 HP ON 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 - 150 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
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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) |