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The Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177) in polar white
The benchmark in the compact class.
  • Infotainment system MBUX
  • Available as Plug-in hybrid

Exterior.

The A-Class as a personal, individual item – every customer is able to comprehensively individualise their vehicle and configure it to be more classic or lifestyle-oriented. The design and equipment lines define the direction here. Nevertheless, they provide plenty of scope for further special touches.

Front view of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatchback (W 177) in designo mountain grey magno
Side view of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatchback (W 177) in designo mountain grey magno
Rear view of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatchback (W 177) in designo mountain grey magno

The front-end design.

The striking front section exudes more than ever an air of self-confidence and appeal at the same. The typical energetic look and thus the recognition value are underscored by the new generation of headlamps – with an impressive high-tech appearance.

The side design.

The profile of the compact sports model has a sporty, well-honed appearance. The balanced and precisely defined proportions appeal with their stretched lines and extended wheelbase.

The rear-end design.

From behind, the A-Class looks decidedly progressive – the close cooperation between designers and aerodynamics engineers is also reflected in some interesting details.

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatchback (W 177) standing at the roadside

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Interior.

The interior combines sportiness with an even more generous sense of space. At the same time, it meets the highest of aesthetic standards and adds this to a versatility of design for people with creative flair.

Interior view of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)
Side interior view of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)
Centre console of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)
Steering wheel and infotainment system MBUX of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)
Interior lighting of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)
Display in the interior of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)

Cockpit and steering wheel.

The displays of the A-Class are fully digitised – the driver is able to freely select their settings in the cockpit: depending on mood, driving itinerary or personal driving style.

Doors.

The doors contribute to the attractive overall impression. Depending on the equipment, meticulously finished topstitching and high-quality materials underscore the atmosphere of a premium compact car. A particularly special hand-finished detail is the seamless transition of the door centre panel into the armrest.

Centre console.

The centre console is the all-round talent for operating functions, stowage facilities and networking. Depending on personal requirements, it is available to customers in three different variants.

Control and display concept.

When aesthetics and intelligence are combined: the control and display concept of the A-Class also sets new standards in terms of human-technology interaction. It has been designed systematically for data access which is as unrestricted as possible and the option to communicate at any time. Personalisation also plays a key role.

Interior lighting.

The interior lighting is provided exclusively by energy-saving LEDs. Their special spots of light and luminous surfaces combine function and emotion – they facilitate orientation and operation and make the interior more attractive.

MBUX.

The name MBUX – Mercedes-Benz User Experience – for the new infotainment system signifies that the user experience (UX) has first priority. A unique feature of this system is its ability to learn thanks to artificial intelligence. MBUX is individualisable and adapts to suit the user. It thus creates an emotional connection between the vehicle and driver.

Display in the interior of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)

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Technology.

Side view of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatchback (W 177) in designo mountain grey magno
Suspension and engine of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177)
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177) and various parts of the exterior and interior
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177) in the wind tunnel

Body.

The body meets the highest of demands in terms of safety and comfort. At the same time, high-quality grades of steel help to guarantee low weight for reduced consumption and impressive driving dynamics.

Suspension.

There is a choice of suspension systems for the A-Class, depending on engine variant and driver preference. 16-inch wheels are standard equipment. DYNAMIC SELECT is standard equipment, and at the touch of a button also provides an individual driving experience in conjunction with active damping control (optional).

Environment.

Starting with the development and production through driving the vehicle to recycling after a long period of use, Mercedes-Benz vehicles are designed for a very high level of environmental compatibility. This is documented in an Environmental Certificate pursuant to the international standards ISO 14001 and ISO/TR 14062 “Design for Environment”. An environmental certificate is also available for the new 177 models series of the A-Class.

Aerodynamics.

Good fuel consumption figures require good aerodynamic qualities. With a Cd figure from 0.25 the new A-Class is better than its already very good predecessor (Cd figure: from 0.26/frontal area: 2.20 m²) – in spite of the increased exterior dimensions and the high model variance.

Drivetrain and engine in a Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W 177) as a plug-in hybrid

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A-Class Technology

Safety.

Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive combines safety and convenience innovations. With these intelligent systems, Mercedes-Benz is not only setting standards in automotive engineering, but is also taking another important step forward on the road to accident-free and autonomous driving.

The Technology Centre for Vehicle Safety (TFS)
Example image for the driving assistance system “Active Lane Keeping Assist”
Example image for the driving assistance system “Active Brake Assist”
Example image for the driving assistance systems

Development.

The new A-Class is also the first Mercedes-Benz model to have been developed at the new Technology Centre for Vehicle Safety (TFS). The design of the vehicle structures incorporates findings from research into real accidents.

Intelligent Drive.

The A-Class has the very latest driving assistance systems with cooperative driver support, and thus provides the highest level of active safety in this segment with functions adopted from the S‑Class. For the first time, the A-Class is able to drive semi-autonomously in certain situations.

Active Brake Assist.

The new A-Class comes with expanded Active Brake Assist as standard. Depending on the situation, it can effectively help to mitigate the consequences of rear-end collisions with slower-moving, stopping or stationary vehicles ahead, and even with crossing pedestrians and cyclists, or prevent them altogether.

Driving assistance systems.

The A-Class offers a modular range of driving assistance systems. In addition to the already extensive standard equipment specification, optional extras right up to the Driving Assistance package also make it possible to individually configure the vehicle with respect to driving assistance.

Example image for the “Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC”

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