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Mercedes-Benz Klasa A (W168)

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9 versions · 5 Gasoline · 4 Diesel fuel

Engine Fuel Power Production
A 140 (82 KM) Selected Gasoline 82 KM 1997–2001
A 160 (102 KM) Selected Gasoline 102 KM 1997–2001
A 160 CDI (60 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 60 KM 1998–2001
A 170 CDI (90 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 90 KM 1998–2001
A 190 (125 KM) Selected Gasoline 125 KM 1999–2001
A 140 (82 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 82 KM 1997–2001
A 160 CDI (60 KM) Automatic Selected Diesel fuel 60 KM 1998–2001
A 190 (125 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 125 KM 1999–2001
A 170 CDI (90 KM) Automatic Selected Diesel fuel 90 KM 1998–2001

Selected engine version

A 140 (82 KM)

Gasoline · 1997–2001

Engine power
82KM
Torque
130Nm
Engine displacement
1,397cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12s
Maximum speed
170km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 140 (82 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1997
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
170 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.3 l/100 km

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Engine

Engine model / code
M166.940
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1397 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
69.5 mm
Compression ratio
11
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.5 l
Power
82 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
130 Nm @ 3750 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.31
Minimum trunk capacity
350 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1020 kg
Gross weight
1480 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
175/65 R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 160 (102 KM)

Gasoline · 1997–2001

Engine power
102KM
Torque
150Nm
Engine displacement
1,598cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.8s
Maximum speed
180km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 160 (102 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1997
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
180 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.8 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
10.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.4 l/100 km

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M166.960
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1598 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
79.5 mm
Compression ratio
11
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.5 l
Power
102 KM @ 5250 obr./min
Torque
150 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.31
Minimum trunk capacity
350 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1135 kg
Gross weight
1500 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Electric power steering
Tire size
195/50 R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 160 CDI (60 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1998–2001

Engine power
60KM
Torque
160Nm
Engine displacement
1,689cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
17s
Maximum speed
155km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 160 CDI (60 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1998
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
155 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
17 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
5.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
3.7 l/100 km

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
OM668.941
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1689 cm³
Fuel injection system
Diesel common rail
Engine type
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
84 mm
Compression ratio
19
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
60 KM @ 3600 obr./min
Torque
160 Nm @ 1500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.30
Minimum trunk capacity
390 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1080 kg
Gross weight
1540 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1523 mm
Rear track
1472 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
155/70 R15
Rim size
5J X 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 170 CDI (90 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1998–2001

Engine power
90KM
Torque
180Nm
Engine displacement
1,689cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12s
Maximum speed
175km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 170 CDI (90 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1998
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
175 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
12 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
6.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.2 l/100 km

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
OM668.940
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1689 cm³
Fuel injection system
Diesel common rail
Engine type
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
84 mm
Compression ratio
19
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
90 KM @ 4200 obr./min
Torque
180 Nm @ 1600 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.31
Minimum trunk capacity
390 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1100 kg
Gross weight
1560 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/50 R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 190 (125 KM)

Gasoline · 1999–2001

Engine power
125KM
Torque
180Nm
Engine displacement
1,898cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.8s
Maximum speed
198km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 190 (125 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1999
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
198 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
8.8 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
10.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M166.990
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1898 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
84 mm
Piston stroke
85.6 mm
Compression ratio
11
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.5 l
Power
125 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
180 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.32
Minimum trunk capacity
350 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1185 kg
Gross weight
1540 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/50R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 140 (82 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1997–2001

Engine power
82KM
Torque
130Nm
Engine displacement
1,397cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
14.5s
Maximum speed
167km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 140 (82 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1997
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
167 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
14.5 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
10.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6.1 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

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A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M166.960
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1397 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
69.5 mm
Compression ratio
11
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.5 l
Power
82 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
130 Nm @ 3750 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.31
Minimum trunk capacity
350 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1020 kg
Gross weight
1480 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
175/65 R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 160 CDI (60 KM) Automatic

Diesel fuel · 1998–2001

Engine power
60KM
Torque
160Nm
Engine displacement
1,689cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
18.8s
Maximum speed
150km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 160 CDI (60 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1998
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
150 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
18.8 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.3 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
OM668.941
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1689 cm³
Fuel injection system
Diesel common rail
Engine type
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
84 mm
Compression ratio
19
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
60 KM @ 3600 obr./min
Torque
160 Nm @ 1500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.30
Minimum trunk capacity
390 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1080 kg
Gross weight
1540 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1523 mm
Rear track
1472 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
155/70R15
Rim size
5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 190 (125 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1999–2001

Engine power
125KM
Torque
180Nm
Engine displacement
1,898cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.2s
Maximum speed
193km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 190 (125 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1999
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
193 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.2 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
11.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6.3 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

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What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
M166.990
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1898 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
84 mm
Piston stroke
85.6 mm
Compression ratio
11
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
5.7 l
Power
125 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
180 Nm @ 4000 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.32
Minimum trunk capacity
350 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1185 kg
Gross weight
1540 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/50 R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes

Selected engine version

A 170 CDI (90 KM) Automatic

Diesel fuel · 1998–2001

Engine power
90KM
Torque
180Nm
Engine displacement
1,689cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13.7s
Maximum speed
172km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Klasa A
Version
Klasa A (W168)
Engine
A 170 CDI (90 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1998
End of production
2001
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
172 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
7.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.8 l/100 km

Vehicle history report

Check this vehicle's history

A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

What is a VIN?

Engine

Engine model / code
OM668.940
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1689 cm³
Fuel injection system
Diesel common rail
Engine type
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
80 mm
Piston stroke
84 mm
Compression ratio
19
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
90 KM @ 4200 obr./min
Torque
180 Nm @ 1600 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
54 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.31
Minimum trunk capacity
390 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1700 l
Curb weight
1100 kg
Gross weight
1560 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3575 mm
Width
1719 mm
Height
1590 mm
Wheelbase
2423 mm
Front track
1503 mm
Rear track
1452 mm

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Coil spring
Rear suspension
Coil spring
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Tire size
195/50 R15
Rim size
5.5J x 15
ABS
yes