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Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance

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Top 94% of 632 MPV Diesel models in this price class.

MPVDieselAutomaticFWDYear 2001G
75
Horsepower · 55 kW
16.8s
0–100 km/h
157
km/h top speed
5.7
l/100 km

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance is a mpv powered by a diesel engine delivering 75 hp (55 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 16.8 s and reaches a top speed of 157 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 5.7 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 154 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2001 as part of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Facelift 2001 (2001-2004) generation, and sits alongside 28 other variants in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance produces 75 hp (55 kW).

How fast does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 16.8 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance?

The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance is 157 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance has a combined fuel consumption of 5.7 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance emits 154 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance have?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance has a 1,689 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance produces 160 Nm of torque.

When was the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance introduced?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 CDI Elegance was introduced in 2001.