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Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168

Years1997–2001
BodyMPV
Variants34

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 is a mpv, produced 1997–2001. This generation includes 34 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 60 to 125 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds. All variants in this generation use FRONT WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1997 front view

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W16834 variants

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Mercedes-Benz A 190 Avantgarde
1,898 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
10.2s
8.2l/100km
196g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 190 Avantgarde
1,898 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
8.8s
7.7l/100km
185g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 190 Elegance
1,898 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
10.2s
8.2l/100km
196g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 190 Elegance
1,898 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
8.8s
7.7l/100km
185g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Avantgarde
1,598 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
11.9s
7.7l/100km
183g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Avantgarde
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
10.8s
7.2l/100km
172g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Elegance
1,598 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
11.9s
7.7l/100km
183g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Elegance
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
10.8s
7.2l/100km
172g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Classic Fun
1,598 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
11.9s
7.7l/100km
183g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Classic Fun
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
10.8s
7.2l/100km
172g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Classic
1,598 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
11.9s
7.7l/100km
183g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 Classic
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
10.8s
7.2l/100km
172g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Avantgarde
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
5.4l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Avantgarde
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.5s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Elegance
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
5.4l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Elegance
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.5s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Classic Fun
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
5.4l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Classic Fun
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.5s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Classic
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
5.4l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 170 CDI Classic
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.5s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 140 Avantgarde
1,397 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
14.5s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Avantgarde
1,397 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
12.9s
7.1l/100km
171g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Elegance
1,397 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
14.5s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Elegance
1,397 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
12.9s
7.1l/100km
171g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Classic Fun
1,397 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
14.5s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Classic Fun
1,397 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
12.9s
7.1l/100km
171g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Classic
1,397 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
14.5s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 140 Classic
1,397 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
82hp / 60 kW
12.9s
7.1l/100km
171g/km
Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDI Avantgarde
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
18.8s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDI Avantgarde
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
17.7s
4.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDI Elegance
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
18.8s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDI Elegance
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
17.7s
4.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDI Classic
1,689 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
18.8s
4.9l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz A 160 CDI Classic
1,689 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
17.7s
4.5l/100km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001)?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) is a mpv. All 34 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) have?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) has 34 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) produced?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) was produced 1997–2001. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001)?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.