Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic (C169)
Mercedes A class 2008 1.5 petrol description
Hatchback Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 95 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 140 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 400 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mercedes A class 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox.
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100 km, which is 23% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes A class fuel consumption.
- Mercedes A 150 2008 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.9 seconds faster (in 12.6 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 6.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes A 160 2009 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.9 seconds faster (in 12.6 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.4 litres per 100 km

Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic technical data
Model: | Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2009. January ... 2011. January | ||
Engine: | 1498 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 157 g/km |
Power: | 95 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 140 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 8.5 (urban) 5.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km (29 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 54 litres (14.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.88m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.59m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1370 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1740 kg |
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic engine M266 E15
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 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 | 1498 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 69.2 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 2009 Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Power | 95 HP ON 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes B klase |
All Mercedes A class hatchback [2008 - 2011] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes A 150 2008 Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 | 1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2009
Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 150 2008 Automatic Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 | 1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes A 160 2009 Automatic Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 1.5 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 170 2008 Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 | 1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 180 2009
Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 170 2008 Automatic Jan 2008 — Jan 2009 | 1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes A 180 2009 Automatic Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 200 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo
Most powerfull petrol version (193 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 193 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 Turbo Automatic
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 193 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes A 160 2008 CDI Automatic | 2.0 Diesel | 82 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic |
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 180 2008 CDI Automatic | 2.0 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes A 200 2008 CDI Automatic
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (7) |