The family of compact cars from Mercedes-Benz Malaysia continues to grow, and the new A-Class is the seventh model which further compliments the range of compact cars from the brand.

Available in two variants, A 200 Progressive Line and A 250 AMG Line, these two dynamic compact limousines are the latest additions to the Mercedes-Benz Malaysia product portfolio.  

"A first for Mercedes-Benz, the combination of a limousine paired with the progressive, cutting-edge design of a compact car.

“It embodies the next step on the revolutionary journey into the digital future of the automobile world," said Mercedes-Benz Malaysia vice president, Sales & Marketing, Mark Raine.

That includes above-average shoulder, elbow and headroom plus easy access to the rear. It is at the top of its segment with regard to rear headroom (944 mm).

The boot has a capacity of 420 litres and was designed for practical usability with as its opening is very large with a width of 950 mm and a diagonal of 462 mm between lock and lower edge of the rear window which allows comfortable loading and unloading, even of larger luggage items.

The engine portfolio of the A-Class Limousine is efficient and powerful, with A 200 Progressive Line running on a 1.4 litre engine generating 163 hp/250 Nm while the A 250 AMG Line on a 2.0 litre engine, generating greater performance of 224 hp/350 Nm.

With a frontal area of 2.19 m², smaller than that of the CLA, the new A-Class Limousine has the lowest aerodynamic drag of all production vehicles worldwide.

The new A-Class is the first Mercedes-Benz model to feature the completely new MBUX - Mercedes-Benz User Experience multimedia system, which also ushers in a new era for Mercedes me connectivity at the same time.

Standard features include the MBUX infotainment system with touchscreen, and driving assistance systems of the latest generation such as Active Brake Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist.

The KEYLESS-GO Convenience Package with HANDS-FREE ACCESS will be one of the available options, for example.

The A-Class has the very latest driving assistance systems with cooperative driver support, and thus provides the highest level of active safety in this segment with functions adopted from the S-Class.

For the first time, the A-Class is able to drive semi-autonomously in certain situations by keeping a close eye on the traffic situation using an improved camera and radar systems allowing it to see up to 500 metres ahead.

The A-Class also uses map and navigation data for assistance functions.

At a glance the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine A 200 Progressive Line comes with L4 cylinder arrangement, 1,332 displacement (cc), 120 (163)/5500 rated output (kW/hp at rpm), 250/1620 rated torque (Nm at rpm), 8.1 Acceleration 0-100km/h (s), 230 top speed (km/h) and priced at RM 229,888 (OTR without insurance).

The A 250 AMG Line comes with L4 cylinder arrangement, 1,991 displacement (cc), 165 (224)/5500 rated output (kW/hp at rpm), 350/1800 rated torque (Nm at rpm), 6.3 Acceleration 0-100km/h (s), 250 top speed (km/h) and priced at RM 267,888 (OTR without insurance).

Designed with the customers’ lifestyle in mind, Mercedes-Benz Financial tailored packages enables anyone to have regular fixed monthly instalments over a set period of time.

Buyers just have to choose a financing package that suits their needs and Mercedes-Benz will take care of the rest as it is tailored for the individual who seeks value, unrivalled benefits and peace of mind at the wheel with terms and conditions applied.

Mercedes-Benz Financial – A Daimler Financial Services Brand, the financial services provided by Mercedes-Benz Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd are regulated by the provisions of the Financial Services Act 2013.

Mercedes-Benz Services Malaysia’s operations are not within the regulatory purview of Bank Negara Malaysia.

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