Test: Mercedes-Benz A 180 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 7G-DCT
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It is clear that even if we want to, we cannot ignore the fact of what happened to the first generation Mercedes A-Class. On a moose test, he passed out and received worldwide criticism. But at Mercedes they acted quickly, didn't defend themselves, didn't make excuses or cheat, just rolled up their sleeves and offered ESP as standard on all models, a stabilization system that ensured that the A no longer over-relied on corners, even if it could be alone. it was easy to turn over.
And Class A became a blockbuster. Some may have bought it precisely because of its stormy birth, while others saw and found other virtues in it. He was loved by both senior and minor drivers as he sat high in it. And of course he was loved by singles, mostly male performers, because he was a ticket to a car club with a star on his nose. And I will immediately add to this: even a lot of the fairer sex bought it as a joke to enter the elite.
When a manufacturer draws a line under the calculation, it must of course be positive. It does not matter for him whether young, old, men or women buy a car, he prefers that everyone likes it. And that was class A.
Now a new generation has come. Very different in design, much more like conventional cars. And much more expensive! But this time, Mercedes is just defending itself by saying the car is reasonably priced because not only is it good (since it's a Mercedes), but it also offers a ton of sporting pleasures. Okay, but then why did the first generation of the A-Class sell satisfactorily when it wasn't sporty? Was it really so unsportsmanlike that they had to make a completely different, as Mercedes claims, a more sporty Class A, and do we really need sports cars in this class of cars and in these times?
Be that as it may, the new class A is now what it is. I'm not saying that in terms of design it's definitely prettier compared to its predecessor (although the shape rating is relative), which could be due to it being less off the average. You know, the difference is a double-edged sword: someone likes it right away, and someone never. The new class A should not have these problems, at least from a design standpoint. This is a Mercedes that pleases from all sides. The front of the car is dynamic and aggressive, the rear is bulky and muscular, and in between is an elegant side, with just enough steam on the wide-opening door for easy access to the rear seat.
So, now the novelty is a compact sedan with a length of 4,3 meters, which is 18 centimeters lower than its predecessor. Only due to this fact, the center of gravity of the car is lower (exactly four centimeters), and as a result, the position of the car is improved, and the car can immediately move more sportively (
The interior is brand new. It is clear when we are talking about the Mercedes A-Class, otherwise it is already known, but it is not bad. The driving position, at least compared to its predecessor, is better, the seats are also good. There's not enough room in the rear, you have to consider the class of car you're driving in class A. Even more unsettling inside is the fact that in the base version the dashboard is rather plastically dull, much nicer and less monotonous (and with a color screen) for a hefty surcharge. In fact, the same conclusion applies to the whole car - you get a really great car for a certain premium, otherwise you have to make compromises.
In the test car, the engine was also one of them. The 1,8-liter turbo diesel engine has 109 "horsepower", which is inaudible and not easy to read, but it should be noted that the test Mercedes A-Class weighed as much as 1.475 kilograms. For a car weighing almost one and a half tons, a good hundred "horses" is almost not enough. Especially if the car is fully loaded with passengers and luggage, for which a 341 liter trunk is otherwise available; however, enlarging it is quite simple and elegant: by folding the rear seat backrests in a ratio of 60:40, you can get up to 1.157 liters of usable volume.
This means that 109 “horses” need a good 0 and a half seconds to accelerate from 100 to 10 km / h, acceleration stops at 190 km / h. The main trump card of this 1,8-liter engine, in addition to acceleration and maximum speed, according to the factory , is the consumption and emission of harmful CO2 substances. The plant promises a consumption of four to five liters per 100 kilometers, during tests it was from five to almost nine liters per 100 kilometers.
Fortunately, test A was equipped with a start / stop system, which is one of the best. Of course, there is a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that performs significantly better than the previous one, while at the same time allowing sequential shifting with the paddles of the steering wheel, which in itself requires “manual” shifting. Unfortunately, the power was a little too low, at least in the test car.
At the end of the day, I ask myself: did the world really need a new or very sporty Class A in all its variants? After all, versions with basic engines are not even designed for sporty driving, since the engines cannot provide this at all due to insufficient power. And, of course, there are customers who love the new A-Class but don't want to go (too) fast. Even less do they want a solid sports chassis.
Yes, you think about all this when you see the price of this (test) Mercedes.
To be clear: it is clear that it cannot be compared with Korean cars, but what about others, such as German ones? You may know where the taco dog prays, but if not: For the price of a test Mercedes A-Class, you get almost two otherwise basic Golfs in Slovenia. Now think about yours!
How much does it cost in euros
Metallic paint 915
Xenon headlights 1.099
Style 999 Options
Ashtray 59
Velor rugs 104
Radio Audio 20 455
Vehicle preparation costs
Parktronic 878 parking system
Face to face
Dusan Lukic
I can't remember the last time a car left me so separated, agitated on the one hand, and disappointed on the other. On the one hand, the new little A is a real Mercedes, both in terms of design, materials and workmanship, and in terms of the overall feel of the car. Previous A did not give this feeling, but the last one. The feeling that you know why you paid so much for the car, and what that star on your nose really means.
On the other hand, he disappointed me. The engine is underpowered in terms of the car's weight and especially all that the car promises to look and feel. I would have expected at least a rudimentary sovereignty in performance from a car of such a reputable brand and at such a price. However, this is not the case, and even the new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission cannot help here - also because it constantly shifts to too high gears, which only adds to the feeling of malnutrition. For the good of Mercedes, I hope their test car dealerships have more powerful versions for customers...
Text: Sebastian Plevnyak
Mercedes-Benz A 180 CDI Blue EFFICIENCY 7G-DT
Basic data
| Sales: | Autocommerce doo |
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| Base model price: | 25.380 € |
| Test model cost: | 29.951 € |
| Power: | 90kW (109 KM) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 9,7 with |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 6,4l / 100km |
| Guarantee: | General warranty 4 years, warranty for varnish 3 years, warranty for rust 12 years, mobile warranty 30 years with regular maintenance by authorized service technicians. |
| Systematic review | 25.000 km |
Cost (up to 100.000 km or five years)
| Regular services, works, materials: | 1.271 € |
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| Fuel: | 8.973 € |
| Tires (1) | 814 € |
| Loss of value (within 5 years): | 10.764 € |
| Compulsory insurance: | 2.190 € |
| CASCO INSURANCE (+ B, K), AO, AO + | 5.605 ( |
| Calculate the cost of auto insurance | |
| Buy up | € 29.617 0,30 (km cost: XNUMX €) |
Technical information
| engine: | 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - turbodiesel - front mounted transversely - bore and stroke 83 × 92 mm - displacement 1.796 cm³ - compression ratio 16,2: 1 - maximum power 80 kW (109 hp) at 3.200-4.600 / min - average piston speed at maximum power 14,1 m / s - specific power 44,5 kW / l (60,6 hp / l) - maximum torque 250 Nm at 1.400–2.800 rpm min - 2 camshafts in the head (timing belt) - 4 valves per cylinder - common rail fuel injection - exhaust gas turbocharger - charge air cooler. |
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| Energy transfer: | the engine drives the front wheels - a robotic 7-speed gearbox with two clutches - gear ratio I. 4,38; II. 2,86; III. 1,92; IV. 1,37; V. 1,00; VI. 0,82; VII. 0,73; - Differential 2,47 - Wheels 6 J × 16 - Tires 205/55 R 16, rolling circumference 1,91 m. |
| Transportation and suspension: | limousine - 5 doors, 5 seats - self-supporting body - front single wishbones, suspension struts, three-spoke wishbones, stabilizer - rear multi-link axle, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer - front disc brakes (forced cooling), rear disc, ABS, parking mechanical brake on the rear wheels (switch to the left of the steering wheel) - rack and pinion steering wheel, electric power steering, 2,9 turns between extreme points. |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1.475 kg - permissible total weight 2.000 kg - permissible trailer weight with brake: 1.500 kg, without brake: 735 kg - permissible roof load: 100 kg. Performance (factory): top speed 190 km / h - acceleration 0-100 km / h in 10,6 s - fuel consumption (ECE) 5,0 / 4,1 / 4,4 l / 100 km, CO2 emissions 116 g / km. |
| External dimensions: | vehicle width 1.780 mm, front track 1.553 mm, rear track 1.552 mm, ground clearance 11,0 m. |
| Inner dimensions: | front width 1.420 mm, rear 1.440 mm - front seat length 520 mm, rear seat 440 mm - steering wheel diameter 370 mm - fuel tank 50 l. |
| Box: | The spaciousness of the bed, measured from AM with a standard set of 5 Samsonite scoops (scanty 278,5 liters): 5 seats: 1 aircraft suitcase (36 L), 2 suitcases (68,5 L), 1 backpack (20 L). |
| Standard equipment: | driver and front passenger airbags - side airbags - curtain airbags - driver's knee airbag - ISOFIX mountings - ABS - ESP - power steering - air conditioning - power windows front and rear - electrically adjustable and heated rear-view mirrors - radio with CD players and MP3 players - multifunction steering wheel - central locking remote control - height and depth adjustable steering wheel - height adjustable driver's seat - split rear seat - trip computer. |
Our measurements
| T = 20 ° C / p = 1.112 mbar / rel. vl. = 42% / Tires: Michelin Energy Saver 205/55 / R 16 H / Odometer status: 7.832 km | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 9,7s |
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| 402m from the city: | 16,9 years ( 132 km / h) |
| Maximum speed: | 190km / h (VI. V. VII.) |
| Minimum consumption: | 5,0l / 100km |
| Maximum consumption: | 8,7l / 100km |
| test consumption: | 6,4 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 130 km / h: | 61,9m |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 37,2m |
| AM table: | 40m |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 3rd gear | 60dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 4rd gear | 58dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 5rd gear | 56dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 4rd gear | 60dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 5rd gear | 59dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 6rd gear | 58dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 5rd gear | 62dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 6rd gear | 61dB |
| Idling noise: | 38dB |
| Test errors: | unmistakable |
Overall rating (339/420)
This time, the appearance of the Mercedes A-Class is significantly more dynamic than that of its predecessor. If we add even more efficient chassis and sportiness, the car will become even more popular with young people, which does not mean that it will scare off older drivers. He knows how to be liked by design.
Exterior (14/15)
Compared to the previous A, the new one is a real mannequin.
Interior (101/140)
Unfortunately, the equipment is rich only for a hefty surcharge, the sensors are beautiful and transparent, and the middle trunk has a surprisingly small opening.
Engine, transmission (53
/ 40)The dual-clutch transmission is faster than the previous automatic transmission, but it's hardly the best in its class. In a trio of engine, chassis and transmission, the first is the worst link.
Driving performance (62
/ 95)There is nothing to complain about the position on the road, because the car is much lower than its predecessor, there are no more problems with stability and braking in corners.
Performance (25/35)
If the car has an intake engine, then miracles should not be expected.
Security (40/45)
Although the name places it at the beginning of the alphabet, it is placed with the equipment towards the end of the alphabet.
Economy (44/50)
Fuel consumption A is directly proportional to the weight of the driver's leg. The loss in value is likely to be greater due to the higher price tag compared to its predecessor.
We praise and reproach
form
driving performance and position on the road
Transmission
well-being in the salon
beautifully designed and easily expandable trunk
end products
car price
accessories price
engine power and loud operation
