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Generation 1, W168, facelift

Mercedes-Benz A-class 5-door hatchback

08.2001 - 01.2005 · Japan

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Generation 1, W168, facelift

168033, 168133, 168032

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Mercedes-Benz A-class, Generation 1, W168, facelift, Japan market. This overview covers 7 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (08.2001 - 01.2005). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

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Overview based on recorded specifications: 7 trim entries. Specification source ↗

Seats
5
Engine codes
M 166 E 16, M 166 E 19
Engine displacement, cc
1598–1898
Drive layout
Front-wheel drive
Transmission
Automatic 5
Wheelbase, mm
2425–2595
Ground clearance, mm
130–135
Fuel
Petrol Premium (AI-98)

Specifications and technical details

7 versions

1.6 L, 102 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive

M 166 E 16 · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive

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A 160Base grade 11.2003 - 01.2005
A 160 EleganceTop grade 11.2003 - 01.2005
A 160 L EleganceTop grade 11.2003 - 01.2005
A 160Base grade 08.2001 - 10.2003
A 160 EleganceTop grade 08.2001 - 10.2003
A 160 L EleganceTop grade 08.2001 - 10.2003

1.9 L, 125 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive

M 166 E 19 · 5-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive

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A 190 Avantgarde 08.2001 - 01.2005

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