Although not difficult to know the information and pictures of the A-Class before being formally introduced, perhaps Mercedes-Benz is a manufacturer of the most poorly kept secret, but when the Geneva Motor Show 2012, many still expect to see firsthand the all-new A-Class hatchback from Germany.
A-Class once again demonstrates how the "conservative" is similar to the previous two generations in the process of molding his own small car. To explain this fact, the A-Class still has the style of a traditional hatchback, however, Mercedes-Benz has created for the new A-Class sports a stylish and eye-catching than a lot. Accordingly, the A-Class five-door design is based on the MFA platform (Modular Front Architecture) of Mercedes-Benz.
Appeared last year under the guise of the concept car of the same name, the 5-door A-Class has an overall length 4.292mm, 1.780mm wide and 1.433mm. Compared to a direct competitor is the BMW 1-Series, the new A-Class shorter than 32mm, but 15mm wider and 12mm higher.
However, unlike rivals from BMW with rear, Mercedes-Benz A-Class set belief system driven before it, promises to bring more spacious interior space.
When available on the market, Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes quite a lot of options and will have three engine I4 gasoline engine. First, the A180 will be equipped with 1.6-liter turbocharged engine producing 121 horsepower, followed by the A200 with a 1.6 liter engine but higher capacity A180, at 154 horsepower. Finally, the A250 with the turbocharged 2-liter maximum capacity of 208 horsepower.
On diesel engines, the A-Class has three options. First A180 CDI with a 1.8 liter engine for a maximum power of 108 horsepower and maximum torque of 250Nm. Followed by the A200 CDI with a 1.8 liter engine but provides maximum power up to 134 hp and torque of 300Nm. Finally, the A220 CDI with a 2.2-liter turbocharged engine to 168 hp and torque of 350Nm.
All versions of the A-Class will be equipped with technology ECO Start / Stop and a six-speed manual box. In addition, Mercedes-Benz offers option is dual-clutch automatic transmission 7G-DCT.
In addition, the German car manufacturer is planning to introduce the AMG version using turbocharged four-cylinder engine could power 300 hp, so A-Class soon became one of the most powerful hatchback planet.
Highlights of the A-Class can also mention a number of technologies such as blind spot assist system (Blind Spot Assist) or system supports changing lanes and a genuine application for development compatible with Apple phones iPhone to cater to the infotainment system. Equipped with AMG package to upgrade the exterior and chassis are also available.
Mercedes-Benz says it will start selling the new A-Class in Europe next September, but has not announced the price of this car.
