Classic
1.7L, variable sp auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class Classic (2005) price & specs
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Overview
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Classic is a front-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a C169. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $36,900 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz A-Class is powered by a 1.7L 4-cylinder engine that has 85 kW of power (at 5500 rpm) and 155 Nm of torque (at 3500 rpm) via a Variable SP AUTOMATIC transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the A-Class Classic uses 7.1L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out nullg of CO2. It has a 54L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 761km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class measures 1593mm (62.7 inches) in height, 3838mm (151.1 inches) in length, 1764mm (69.4 inches) in width with a 2568mm (101.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1210kg (2667.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The A-Class Classic comes standard with 195/55 R16 front tyres and 195/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
62.78 - 80.65 kW/t
56.29 kW/t
117.57 kW/t
Boot Space
435 litres
302 litres
435 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.7 - 8.2 L/100km
5.5 L/100km
9.7 L/100km
Price
$29,900 - $46,900
$25,490
$74,090
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
4 years
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Dimensions
3,838 mm
1,764 mm
1,593 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,838 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,764 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,593 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,568 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,950 mm |
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Engine
Bore Engine: 83
Engine (cc): 1699
Compression Ratio: 11
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.7
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 78.5
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.3
Main Capacity (L): 54
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 7.1
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 33
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.1
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 116
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (Nm): 155
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: Variable
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire PAX System: 215/45
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire PAX System: 215/45
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Front and Side Door Stepwell: yes
Interior: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Driver Mirror Cover: yes
Location: Passenger
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 435
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10950
Front Track (in): 61.1
Front Track (mm): 1552
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.9
Overall Height (in): 62.7
Overall Height (mm): 1593
Overall Length (in): 151.1
Overall Length (mm): 3838
Overall Width (in): 69.4
Overall Width (mm): 1764
Rear Track (in): 60.9
Rear Track (mm): 1547
Wheelbase (in): 101.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2568
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 989
Rear Headroom (in): 38.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 983
Front Hip Room (in): 56.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1433
Rear Hip Room (in): 57
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1448
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1412
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1385
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Multi Coat: yes
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Louvre
Rear Sunroof Location: Rear
Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Sliding Rear Sunroof: yes
Rear Sunroof Type: Louvre
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: Automatic Speed
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1210
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2668
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Front-Rear Fader: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Child Safety Seat
Location: Rear Seats
Number: 1
Type: Integrated
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
CDs Type: Discs
Below Seat Storage
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Front Type: Pocket
Ventilation System
Active Carbon Filter: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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