Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) 170 CDI 5MT FWD (90 HP)
Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) · 1997 - 2001 · Diesel
The Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) 170 CDI 5MT FWD (90 HP) produces 90 hp and 180 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.5 seconds and reaches 180 km/h. Stated combined consumption is 4.9 l/100 km, equal to 130 g CO2 per km.
- Power
- 90 hp
- Torque
- 180 Nm
- 0–100
- 12.5 s
- Top speed
- 180 km/h
Engine
| Power | 90 hp |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 66 kW |
| Torque | 180 Nm |
| Displacement | 1,689 cc |
| Cylinders | L4 |
| Fuel system | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Fuel tank capacity | 54 l |
Performance
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 12.5 s |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Combined consumption | 4.9 l/100 km |
|---|---|
| City consumption | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Highway consumption | 4.1 l/100 km |
| CO2 emissions | 130 g/km |
Transmission
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 3,574 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,720 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,423 mm |
| Ground clearance | 124 mm |
| Cargo volume | 391 l |
| Unladen weight | 1,050 kg |
| Gross weight limit | 1,500 kg |
| Tyre size | 195/50 R15 T |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs |
How this trim compares to other cars
The Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168) 170 CDI 5MT FWD (90 HP) compared with 3,683 trims of other cars from the 1994–2000 period.
| Measure | This trim | Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 90 hp | 147 hp |
better than 16%
|
| Torque | 180 Nm | 227 Nm |
better than 37%
|
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 197 km/h |
better than 29%
|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 12.5 s | 11.2 s |
better than 28%
|
| Combined consumption | 4.9 l/100 km | 8.6 l/100 km |
better than 98%
|
| CO2 emissions | 130 g/km | 207 g/km |
better than 97%
|
| Cargo volume | 391 l | 481 l |
better than 38%
|
| Unladen weight | 1,050 kg | 1,352 kg |
better than 85%
|
Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.
Trims and engine versions — Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse (W168)
| Trim | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–100 | Top speed | Fuel economy | CO2 | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160 CDI 5AT FWD (60 HP) | Diesel | 60 hp | 160 Nm | 18.8 s | 150 km/h | 4.9 l/100 km | — | |
| 160 CDI 5MT FWD (60 HP) | Diesel | 60 hp | 160 Nm | 17.7 s | 161 km/h | 4.5 l/100 km | 127 g/km | |
| 140 5AT FWD (82 HP) | Petrol | 82 hp | 130 Nm | 14.5 s | 167 km/h | 7.6 l/100 km | 182 g/km | |
| 140 5MT FWD (82 HP) | Petrol | 82 hp | 130 Nm | 12.9 s | 171 km/h | 7.1 l/100 km | 171 g/km | |
| 170 CDI 5AT FWD (90 HP) | Diesel | 90 hp | 180 Nm | 13.7 s | 172 km/h | 5.4 l/100 km | — | |
| 160 5AT FWD (102 HP) | Petrol | 102 hp | 150 Nm | 11.9 s | 180 km/h | 7.7 l/100 km | 183 g/km | |
| 160 5MT FWD (102 HP) | Petrol | 102 hp | 150 Nm | 10.8 s | 180 km/h | 7.2 l/100 km | 172 g/km | |
| 190 5AT FWD (125 HP) | Petrol | 125 hp | 180 Nm | 10.2 s | 193 km/h | 8.2 l/100 km | 196 g/km | |
| 190 5MT FWD (125 HP) | Petrol | 125 hp | 180 Nm | 8.8 s | 198 km/h | 7.7 l/100 km | 185 g/km | |
| 210 Evolution 5MT FWD (140 HP) | Petrol | 140 hp | 205 Nm | 8.2 s | 203 km/h | 7.9 l/100 km | 190 g/km |