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

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W168 facelift (2001–2012), 2001–2004. Gasoline · 2.1 L · 140 hp · 5-speed manual · Front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 9.2 s and top speed 127 mph.

W168 facelift (2001–2012) 2001 - 2004
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2.1 L
Horsepower
140
Torque
150 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive
Front-wheel drive
0–60 mph
9.2 s
Top speed
127 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2441 mm
Dimensions
3620 × 1720 × 1580 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
23.0 / 35.0 / 29.0 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 2.1 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 140 hp
Torque 150 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 127 mph
0–60 mph 9.2 s
Fuel economy city 23.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 35.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 29.0 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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