Mercedes Benz A Class

Mercedes Benz unveiled its latest concept car the A class, in the Indian auto market at the 2012 Delhi Auto Expo. The car will be placed in the hatchback segment of the Indian market post its launch. By the launch of this car, the company is looking forward to compete with the BMW Mini Cooper, which has been introduced in the market. With the logo of Mercedes Benz, A class is bound to flaunt world class comfort features and technicalities that will eventually add to the convenience of the passengers.

Engines & Specifications of Mercedes Benz A Class

Mercedes Benz is likely to offer two types of engine options within its A Class namely, 1.7 litre petrol engine and 1.6 litre diesel engine. The diesel engine of Mercedes Benz is specially sourced from Renault for delivering higher performance and more efficiency. The 1.7 litre petrol engine of Mercedes Benz A Class will have a displacement of 1796 cc. In addition to this, the engine of A Class is likely to generate maximum power of 186 bhp at 5600 rpm, whereas it can attain peak torque of 285 Nm at a low 2400 rpm. The performance oriented engine of this car is expected to be mated with a six speed manual transmission that has smooth and easy switching of gears.

On the other hand, the 1.6 litre diesel engine sourced from Renault is known as the perfect blend of power and performance. Owing to this, it is likely to churn out power of 210 bhp with impressive torque emissions.

Performance of Mercedes Benz A Class

The company has equipped a performance oriented engine within its A Class that has high power as well as torque generation capacity. Owing to these, the vehicle will deliver decent acceleration and optimum performance. Moreover, with the efficient transmission system, A Class is expected to provide unmatched fuel economy with reduced CO2 norms.

 Exterior, Interior & Safety Features of Mercedes Benz A Class 

It is expected that Mercedes Benz will provide excellent features in its premium A Class. The company has precisely designed the interiors of this car to offer a warm welcome to its occupants. Moreover, standard features like automatic climate control, power windows, remote central locking, remote fuel filler, wiper as well as defogger in rear and arm rest in both rows are provided within the interior of A Class. Several advanced features like automatic head lights, rain sensing wipers, control mounted power assisted steering wheel, sun roof, and leather upholstery adds to the comforts in the car and thus, is incorporated within its interiors.

In order to make A Class a ‘head turner’ on roads, Mercedes Benz has provided the car with a streamlined body design that perfectly goes with the image of the car. In addition to this, its long headlamps and flat horizontal grille at the front end is likely to create dominance over other cars of the same segment.

As far as safety feature of Mercedes Benz A Class are concerned, the company has equipped many such advancements that ensures complete safety of its passengers. Features like dual airbags, fog lamps at both sides, traction control system, Electronic Break-force Distribution (EBD), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and three rear seat belts are also provided within the car.