New-generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class

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A unique concept and a unique design, backed by superb levels of safety and perceived value: the new A-Class adds the Mercedes dimension to the compact-car segment.

After seven years of production and having sold around 1.1 million units, 85k in the UK, Mercedes-Benz is starting the next chapter in the A-Class success story by launching a new, even more attractive and more innovative model. The second-generation A-Class will appear in UK showrooms in spring 2005.

The new A-Class’s model range comprises two body versions, each with its own distinctive character: in addition to the versatile five-door version, Mercedes-Benz is also, for the first time ever in this model range, launching a three-door model which will attract buyers’ attention through its sporty, youthful image.

The excellent standard equipment provided with the A-Class includes a multifunction steering wheel, speed-dependent power-assisted steering, ESP®, a selective damping system, head and front-side airbags as well as adaptive front airbags and belt force limiters. The new or further-developed four-cylinder engines deliver up to 38 per cent more output whereas fuel consumption has fallen by up to 10 per cent.

The new A-Class distinguishes itself from other cars through its unique sandwich concept and striking one-box design. Newly-designed headlamps, a striking radiator grille, muscular sculpted wings and a bold sweep along its side profile accentuate the compact, dynamic image of the A-Class. The larger proportions also ensure the A-Class looks more powerful too: the new compact Mercedes car is 232 mm longer and 45 mm wider than its predecessor.

The new three-door model variant provides all the outstanding safety and comfort attributes of the A-Class and then adds flowing lines to the mix to underline the vitality and charm of this car. From the start of 2005 onwards, the three-door model will be offering an attractive entry point to the world of Mercedes-Benz.

Intelligent safety package for comprehensive passenger protection

The second generation A-Class remains true to its reputation as a technological trendsetter: ground-breaking innovations again make their premiere performances in this vehicle, further improving driving safety and drive comfort; a total of more than 200 patents are used in the new Mercedes model.

In addition to the unique sandwich concept which delivers front and side impact advantages, the newly developed efficient belt and airbag system in the A-Class ensures a level of passenger safety customers have come to expect from Mercedes. This includes adaptive two-stage front airbags, seat belt tensioners for front seat passengers and passengers sitting in the outer rear seats, adaptive belt force limiters and newly developed head and front thorax-side airbags in place of the former sidebags.

Premiere for new rear axle and selective damping system

The new A-Class also offers a range of new features in terms of driving safety and roadholding. The main technical chassis innovation is the parabolic rear axle which offers precision tracking and good anti-roll support when cornering. The rear axle therefore makes an important contribution to the exemplary driving safety, dynamic handling and high levels of drive comfort experienced in the new A-Class.

The chassis of the compact Mercedes car features another special innovation fitted as standard: a newly developed selective damping system, which is a world first in automotive construction. Thanks to this system, the shock absorber forces are adapted to the current driving situation.

Greater performance with improved fuel consumption

More performance, more torque, increased driving pleasure and enhanced fuel economy – these were the objectives laid down when developing the engines used in the new A-Class. The new range will also feature seven four-cylinder engines – including

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