Mercedes-Benz launches new A-Class in South Africa – pricing and features

 ·22 Jun 2023

The new Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatchback and sedan are now on sale in South Africa, with a starting price of R794,509.

The new A-class will offer six models, with the hatchback offering only petrol, while the sedan can be had in either petrol or diesel.

Mercedes-Benz also added that the new Mercedes-AMG A-Class models are also now available, and details on the A 35 4MATIC hatch and sedan, plus the flagship A 45 S 4MATIC hatch, will be issued in due course.

Features

The new A-Class comes with a standard dual-screen configuration consisting of a 7-inch driver monitor and a 10.25-inch central media display that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

It also features a multifunction steering wheel made of Nappa leather, seats made of three-dimensional Artico leather, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, LED headlamps with adaptive high-beam assist, and a reverse camera that comes with active parking assist.

When selecting the cabin colours for the Progressive, you can choose from Beige, Black, and Sage Grey. The finishes feature a dark carbon fibre look.

With the AMG Line, you get a range of stylish upgrades such as brushed aluminium trims, red contrasting stitchwork, Artico leather/Microcut microfibre upholstery, Sports seats, and AMG floor mats.

Additionally, the AMG is set apart with sportier bumpers and 18-inch rims for an elevated driving experience.

Performance

The A200 is equipped with a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 120kW of power and 270Nm of torque., utilising a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

The A200-labeled vehicle has been improved with mild-hybrid features, resulting in an average fuel consumption of 5.4-5.6 litres per 100 kilometres. It can accelerate to 100 km/h in just 8.2 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 225 km/h (230 km/h for the sedan).

If diesel is your preferred choice, The A200d comes with a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel unit producing 110kW and 320Nm which allows for even better fuel consumption of 4.5l/100km.

Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, it can achieve a 0-100km/h time of 8.4 seconds and a top speed of 227km/h.

Price

The South African pricing and model line-up for the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class are as follows:

  • Mercedes-Benz A200 Hatch Progressive – R794,509
  • Mercedes-Benz A200 Hatch AMG Line – R823,509
  • Mercedes-Benz A200 Sedan Progressive – R849,358
  • Mercedes-Benz A200 Sedan AMG Line – R878,358
  • Mercedes-Benz A200d Sedan Progressive – R917,645
  • Mercedes-Benz A200d Sedan AMG Line – R946,645
  • Mercedes-AMG A35 Sedan 4Matic – R1,136,946
  • Mercedes-AMG A35 Hatch 4Matic – R1,243,353
  • Mercedes-AMG A45 S Hatch 4Matic+ – R1,393,493

Each purchase includes a 2-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty and a 5-year/100,000km PremiumDrive Platinum service and maintenance plan.


Mercedes-Benz A200 Hatch

Mercedes-Benz A200 Sedan


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