At the Geneva Motor Show presents his new Mercedes A-Class. First Erlkönig were fired at a close union somewhere between "great" and "less sparkling." The first, now published photos show: the new Mercedes A-class is to have succeeded well in shades and with his two previous generations fortunately not even begin to compare.
Against this background and the resulting new opportunities are arising, Mercedes combative. "A stands for attack: The A-Class is a clear statement about the new dynamics of the Mercedes-Benz," says Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars. "She is new to the last detail. This is an opportunity to start with a blank sheet of paper, it is often not in the car development. Our engineers and designers have used them convincingly. "
Design and dynamic signals the new A-class at first sight and ducks up to 18 centimeters lower than its predecessor on the road. Which was the "Concept A-CLASS" presented and enthusiastically welcomed worldwide radical formal language consistently implemented in the series: With a new interpretation of the classic two-box design, the Mercedes designers have created an emotional exterior with a very sporty character. "Implement the new dynamic style of Mercedes-Benz in the compact class - the challenge has been so much fun," says Gordon Wagener, Head of Design at Mercedes-Benz. "Typically, the Mercedes A-Class Sculptural form. The character lines, especially in the pages give the A-class structure, and then tension. "
For the first time involved early in the development of the compact class, the performance specialists AMG. Result is the most dynamic version of the series - the A-Class Sports engineered by AMG, where the visual relationship with the Concept A-CLASS is particularly evident - especially the new diamond grill. The A-Class Sports has exclusive AMG light-alloy wheels, 5-spoke design, size 18 with tires 235/40 R 18 all around, high-gloss black painted finish and red brake calipers: Optical evidence for the particular dynamic qualities of A250 sports and A 220 CDI Sports which are characterized by, among other things, developed by AMG front and to the corresponding tuned suspension.
In addition, red accents to underline AMG front and rear aprons, the positioning of the expressive model. Interior continues the contrast between black and red accents features: The contrast stitching on the steering wheel and seats, the color signal as well as the wear safety belts. Also, the red light mood of the instruments and the accent rings in the air nozzles.
The range of new petrol engine generation with 1.6 and 2.0 liter capacity ranges from 115 hp in the A180 through A200 in the 156 hp to 211 hp in the A250. Common features are the combination of direct injection with turbocharging, an advanced combustion system and advanced coating areas for lean by fast-switching injectors for multiple injections of fuel demand and multiple firings. The Camtronic celebrates an innovation its world premiere at the 1.6-liter engine: the adjustment of valve lift on the intake side, the limited amount of fresh gas in the partial load range and reduced fuel consumption.
The diesel engines will start the A 180 CDI with 109 hp, the A 200 CDI, the maximum power 136 hp, maximum torque reaches 300 Nm. The A 220 CDI has a 2.2 liter, 170 hp and 350 Nm.
All engines of the new A-Class series is equipped with the ECO start-stop function. The motors can be combined with the new six-speed manual or optional automatic transmission with double clutch transmission 7G-DCT, the comfort and sportiness in a special way with each other.
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