Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
After the big scandal regarding the elk stability test failure for the first generation of the A-Class, the Mercedes-Benz fixed the problem, and, in 2001, it came up with a much better version.
The 2001 A-Class had to pay-back for the failure of the 1997 model. The Mercedes-Benz car-manufacturer recalled all the cars to fix the problem. It was a DM 300 million DM (around USD 150 million) to fix the 2600 cars. It was a huge cost that included a new project and modifications for the assembly lines. But it paid off.
In 2001, at the Geneva Motor Show, the A-Class facelift returned with an option for a longer wheelbase, clear headlights, and more powerful engines. It still had the same MPV-look that offered a generous interior space. The facelifted model also had some materials taken from the Mercedes-Benz flagship model, the S-Class. Around 980 components were modified or redeveloped.
Some of the newly developed features for the car included windowbags, and an improvement for the ESP with the hydraulic Brake Assist, which ensured maximum braking pressure and hence minimal stopping distances in emergencies.
A new 75 hp turbodiesel engine was available, that replaced the older 60 hp version. The new technology brought better fuel-efficiency as well. To prove the vehicle's abilities on the road, the A-Class featured a 2.1-liter gasoline engine that could propel the vehicle with 203 kph (126 mph).
ENGINE SPECS - 140 5AT FWD (82 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1397 cm3 |
Power: | 60 KW @ 5000 RPM 82 HP @ 5000 RPM 80 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM 130 Nm @ 3750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 104 mph (167 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2216 lbs (1005 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.6 mpg US (10.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 180 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 140 5MT FWD (82 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1397 cm3 |
Power: | 60 KW @ 5000 RPM 82 HP @ 5000 RPM 80 BHP @ 5000 RPM |
Torque: | 96 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM 130 Nm @ 3750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2216 lbs (1005 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 170 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 160 5AT FWD (102 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 75 KW @ 5250 RPM 102 HP @ 5250 RPM 101 BHP @ 5250 RPM |
Torque: | 111 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 150 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111 mph (179 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2238 lbs (1015 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3307 lbs (1500 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 184 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 160 5MT FWD (102 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 75 KW @ 5250 RPM 102 HP @ 5250 RPM 101 BHP @ 5250 RPM |
Torque: | 111 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 150 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2238 lbs (1015 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3307 lbs (1500 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 172 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 190 5AT FWD (125 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1898 cm3 |
Power: | 92 KW @ 5500 RPM 125 HP @ 5500 RPM 123 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 180 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 120 mph (193 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R16 H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2326 lbs (1055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.4 mpg US (11 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 190 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 190 5MT FWD (125 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1898 cm3 |
Power: | 92 KW @ 5500 RPM 125 HP @ 5500 RPM 123 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 180 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 123 mph (198 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R16 H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2326 lbs (1055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 185 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 210 Evolution 5AT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2084 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 5500 RPM 140 HP @ 5500 RPM 138 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 151 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 205 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 123 mph (198 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/40Z R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2325.9 lbs (1055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395.1 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.8 mpg US (11.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 197 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 210 Evolution 5MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2084 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 5500 RPM 140 HP @ 5500 RPM 138 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 151 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 205 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 126.1 mph (203 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/40Z R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2325.9 lbs (1055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395.1 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.4 mpg US (11 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 38 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 190 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 160 CDI 5AT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1689 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 3600 RPM 75 HP @ 3600 RPM 74 BHP @ 3600 RPM |
Torque: | 118 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM 160 Nm @ 1500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 98 mph (158 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 16.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2326 lbs (1055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 154 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 160 CDI 5MT FWD (75 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1689 cm3 |
Power: | 55 KW @ 3600 RPM 75 HP @ 3600 RPM 74 BHP @ 3600 RPM |
Torque: | 118 lb-ft @ 1500 RPM 160 Nm @ 1500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 100 mph (161 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2546 lbs (1155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3395.1 lbs (1540 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 127 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 170 CDI 5AT FWD (95 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1689 cm3 |
Power: | 70 KW @ 4200 RPM 95 HP @ 4200 RPM 94 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM 180 Nm @ 1600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107 mph (172 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 13.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2337 lbs (1060 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3406 lbs (1545 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 154 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 170 CDI 5MT FWD (95 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1689 cm3 |
Power: | 70 KW @ 4200 RPM 95 HP @ 4200 RPM 94 BHP @ 4200 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM 180 Nm @ 1600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 14.3 gallons (54.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/50 R15 T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 142 in (3607 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 62 in (1575 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.2/57.2 in (1,504/1,453 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 95.4 in (2423 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.9 in (124 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.8 cuFT (391 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2337 lbs (1060 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3406 lbs (1545 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 37.4 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 57.4 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 131 g/km |