Engines1997–2001

What engines does the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) come with?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) was offered with 10 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
1.9L Petrol125 hp180 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive193 km/h10.2 s8.2 l/100km2 trims
1.9L Petrol125 hp180 NmManualFront Wheel Drive198 km/h8.8 s7.7 l/100km2 trims
1.6L Petrol102 hp150 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive180 km/h11.9 s7.7 l/100km4 trims
1.6L Petrol102 hp150 NmManualFront Wheel Drive182 km/h10.8 s7.2 l/100km4 trims
1.7L Diesel90 hp180 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive172 km/h13.7 s5.4 l/100km4 trims
1.7L Diesel90 hp180 NmManualFront Wheel Drive175 km/h12.5 s4.9 l/100km4 trims
1.4L Petrol82 hp130 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive167 km/h14.5 s7.6 l/100km4 trims
1.4L Petrol82 hp130 NmManualFront Wheel Drive170 km/h12.9 s7.1 l/100km4 trims
1.7L Diesel60 hp160 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive150 km/h18.8 s4.9 l/100km3 trims
1.7L Diesel60 hp160 NmManualFront Wheel Drive153 km/h17.7 s4.5 l/100km3 trims
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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