The Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 (1997-2001) was offered with 10 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drive | Top speed | 0-100 km/h | Consumption | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9L Petrol | 125 hp | 180 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 193 km/h | 10.2 s | 8.2 l/100km | 2 trims |
| 1.9L Petrol | 125 hp | 180 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 198 km/h | 8.8 s | 7.7 l/100km | 2 trims |
| 1.6L Petrol | 102 hp | 150 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 180 km/h | 11.9 s | 7.7 l/100km | 4 trims |
| 1.6L Petrol | 102 hp | 150 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 182 km/h | 10.8 s | 7.2 l/100km | 4 trims |
| 1.7L Diesel | 90 hp | 180 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 172 km/h | 13.7 s | 5.4 l/100km | 4 trims |
| 1.7L Diesel | 90 hp | 180 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 175 km/h | 12.5 s | 4.9 l/100km | 4 trims |
| 1.4L Petrol | 82 hp | 130 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 167 km/h | 14.5 s | 7.6 l/100km | 4 trims |
| 1.4L Petrol | 82 hp | 130 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 170 km/h | 12.9 s | 7.1 l/100km | 4 trims |
| 1.7L Diesel | 60 hp | 160 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 150 km/h | 18.8 s | 4.9 l/100km | 3 trims |
| 1.7L Diesel | 60 hp | 160 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 153 km/h | 17.7 s | 4.5 l/100km | 3 trims |
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.