Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 facelift (2001–2012)

Mercedes-Benz A-Class mercedes-benz a 160

W168 facelift (2001–2012), 2001–2004. Gasoline · 1.6 L · 102 hp · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 12.8 s and top speed 112 mph.

W168 facelift (2001–2012) 2001 - 2004
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
1.6 L
Horsepower
102
Torque
107 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive
Front-wheel drive
0–60 mph
12.8 s
Top speed
112 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2441 mm
Dimensions
3620 × 1720 × 1580 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
28.0 / 40.0 / 34.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Subcompact car
Doors 5
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 3620 mm
Width 1720 mm
Height 1580 mm
Wheelbase 2441 mm

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 12.7 gal
Curb weight 3 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 1.6 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 102 hp
Torque 107 lb-ft
Cylinders 4
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Multi-point fuel injection
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 5-speed manual
Gears 5
Drive Front-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 112 mph
0–60 mph 12.8 s
Fuel economy city 28.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 40.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 34.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Torsion beam
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Discs

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