Mercedes-Benz A Class

Introduction:

Mobility and desires together paves the way to an all-new refined era of propulsion with another heir of the distinguished German automaker, Mercedes-Benz, christened as Mercedes-Benz A-Class. The car is a compact 5-door hatchback, that was originally launched in Frankfurt Motor Show in 1997. The car is a shift from the original trend of the company featuring a front-wheel drive. The car presently runs in its third generation since 2012 and now has gained a longer body length than the B-Class. The car owing to its efficient performance and exceptionally light and pleasurable handling is expected to its gain the car a good business in the hatchback section.

Engine, mileage and variants:

The company lets you choose between as many as 6 engine options and a total of 10 variants on offer. The petrol units are ruled by the potent A 250 Sport variant which churns out a maximum of 155 kW of peak power at 5500 rpm, along with a peak torque of 350 Nm between 1200-4000 rpm. Whereas when it comes it its Diesel avatars, the A 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY rules the road with 125 kW of peak power on disposal at 3400-4000 rpm along with a peak torque delivery of 250 Nm between 1400-3400 rpm. Fitted with this engine, the car can sprint with a top-speed of 220km/h ( A 220 CDI). The refinement injected in the engine of the car allow it to gain a fuel economy of consuming mere 4.2 litres of diesel to cover 100 kms.

Exterior:

The exterior designers of the car have displayed their creativity well to give the hatch a sophisticated and trendy appearance, which could appeal to anyone. The sleek and long body style of the car wears a polished skin, which elegantly flows through the curved surfaces and the detailed aerodynamic hints. The dazzling headlamps with daytime running LEDs and the imposing chromed radiator grille design with the eye-catching company's logo gives the car a fascinating front look. The distinctive wide rear design displays sportiness with the functional and muscular rear wing. The sleek silhouette design of the car features the charm of an elongated body, which is crafted upon the dimensions reading – 4292mm x 1780mm x 1433mm (L x W x H) and a long wheelbase of 2699mm.

Interior:

Feel the real pleasure of luxury, with the charming and lively interiors of the car. The car features a solemnly ergonomic cockpit, which offers a pleasurable amount of authority, which flows in the form of the leather-wrapped multi-functional steering wheel, soul intuitive infotainment system and the 4-way adjustable and lumbar supported driver's seat. The passengers of the car can enjoy every aspect of relaxation in the calm and lively cabin with the well-cushioned leather-covered seats and the 20CD Audio system. These delightful interiors of the car are configured to fetch you a generous cargo space of 341litres that can be extended to 1157 litres.

Safety, braking and miscellaneous:

The Mercedes-Benz logo on the head of the car itself gives you an assurance of a high-end safety employed in the car. The car is fitted with safety features like Attention Assist, Adaptive Braking system, Hill-start assist, and Tire pressure monitoring system. With this the efficient braking system incorporated in the car consists of four wheel disc brakes, which are made to work precisely by the Brake Assist (BAS), Anti-lock Braking system and Electronic Brake-force Distribution.

Verdict:

The purely elegant and stylishly shaped hatchback from Mercedes-Benz will surely appeal to each of its spectators owing to its luxurious and spacious interiors and efficient performance. However, the, not-so-responsive handling of the car may not please the speed-lovers.