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Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance

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Top 69% of 833 MPV Petrol models in this price class.

MPVPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 1997G
102
Horsepower · 75 kW
11.9s
0–100 km/h
180
km/h top speed
7.7
l/100 km

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance is a mpv powered by a petrol engine delivering 102 hp (75 kW).

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

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.9 s and reaches a top speed of 180 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 7.7 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 183 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1997 as part of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) generation, and sits alongside 32 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 Elegance?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance produces 102 hp (75 kW).

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

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.9 seconds.

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

The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance is 180 km/h.

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

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance has a combined fuel consumption of 7.7 l/100 km.

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

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance emits 183 g/km of CO₂.

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

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

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

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

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

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance has a 1,598 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

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

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance produces 150 Nm of torque.

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

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 160 Elegance was introduced in 1997.

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