A-Class [Official] Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W176)

[Human]

The one to have ^

 

[-=Hot|Ice=-]

70,000 orders so far.

It seems that the new generation A-Classis turning out to be quite a success for Mercedes-Benz as Daimler has decided to add a third shift to the Rastatt factory in Germany in order to meet the strong demand. Since June when the A-Class was introduced Mercedes has received 70,000 orders. To keep up with the pace they will add a third shift from next week.
Rastatt plant director Peter West made a statement yesterday saying that “we have expanded our full-time work force by 500

permanent staff and now well positioned to deliver the cars to our customers as soon as possible.”
The new version of the A-Class is an important component of CEO Dieter Zetsche’s plan to make Mercedes-Benz more competitive in the battle with Audi and BMW.

Mercedes-Benz adds third shift to A-Class factory to meet strong demand

 

[Merc1]

The one to have ^

I agree, that actually looks quite good.

M

 

[fortuner]

A 250 SPORT -- Engineered by AMG in cirrus white.

The One A i want...

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

The one I've ordered, subject to seeing the car in the flesh and being happy with it!

 

[Wolfgang]

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[HighestOfHigh]

Mercedes-Benz A-Class dubbed most successful launch in company history

When we drove the 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class earlier this year, we called it "likely the most important Mercedes-Benz passenger car since the old 190 turned into the C-Class "Baby Benz" back in 1993." And just like that car opened all kinds of new doors for The Three-Pointed Star, the A-Class looks to be doing the same. Autocar reports that pre-orders in Western Europe number 70,000, a figure that would represent a ten-percent conversion rate of potential customers invited to pre-launch events.

That would also make the third-generation A-Class the most successful car launch in Mercedes history, an auspicious start for a car with a heavy burden. The segment continues to expand and will be a key battleground, especially as both Mercedes and Audi plan on being the number one luxury carmaker by 2020, taking over from BMW. The uptake of the standard model bodes well for the fortunes of the CLA sedan and the utility variant to come.

- Mercedes-Benz A-Class dubbed most successful launch in company history

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Wolf, one dealer told me the A250 Sport Engineered by AMG was going to be assembled by AMG. That does not sound right to me at all?

 

[Wolfgang]

True, doesn't sound correct. Maybe he meant to say the engines in the A250 SPORT Engineered by AMG and in the A45 AMG will both be assembled at the Mercedes-Benz MDC Power engine production plant?

To meet the increasing demand, AMG is also expanding its production capacity accordingly. As a result, the new AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine will be produced at the Mercedes-Benz MDC Power engine production plant in Kölleda. This is where four-cylinder engines for the A- and B-Class are normally produced, and a specific assembly line is being set up for the new AMG engine. Of course the 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engines will also be produced in line with the traditional AMG philosophy of "one man, one engine". A characteristic feature of this production principle is the AMG engine badge bearing the signature of the responsible engineer.

http://www.germancarforum.com/commu...brate-45-year-anniversary-tease-future.44764/

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

That sounds more accurate, though I'd still be surprised to learn that the A250 engine is assembled by AMG. The volumes would just be too high.

 

[Centurion]

When we drove the 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class earlier this year, we called it "likely the most important Mercedes-Benz passenger car since the old 190 turned into the C-Class "Baby Benz" back in 1993." And just like that car opened all kinds of new doors for The Three-Pointed Star, the A-Class looks to be doing the same. Autocar reports that pre-orders in Western Europe number 70,000, a figure that would represent a ten-percent conversion rate of potential customers invited to pre-launch events.

That would also make the third-generation A-Class the most successful car launch in Mercedes history, an auspicious start for a car with a heavy burden. The segment continues to expand and will be a key battleground, especially as both Mercedes and Audi plan on being the number one luxury carmaker by 2020, taking over from BMW. The uptake of the standard model bodes well for the fortunes of the CLA sedan and the utility variant to come.

- Mercedes-Benz A-Class dubbed most successful launch in company history

I was at Mercedes Benz world this past weekend and finally encountered the car in the metal. It's not to my liking because of the goofy front, Korean tail lights and lines across the sides, but I am happy to hear that its doing well. Let's hope Mercedes won't sleep on bringing to market derivatives such as a coupe and possibly a roadster.

 

[Human]

That exposed red paint everywhere is disgusting Daimler, sis man! COULD TRIM BE THAT EXPENSIVE ??????????

Next time around OR come facelift, try follow these examples:

 

[K-A]

Ooh, that exposed metal all over the door frames is truly cring-worthy on the A-Class. Truly tells you that it's a "lower priced car".

Though, somehow BMW gets it right on the 1-Series, but they leave massive exposed paint-panel gaps in their super-priced 6 GC? What's wrong with these two!

 

[Monster]

Ooh, that exposed metal all over the door frames is truly cring-worthy on the A-Class. Truly tells you that it's a "lower priced car".

I took some photos of the A-class, plus a short impression of it in person, have a look here http://www.germancarforum.com/commu...12-australian-international-motor-show.47353/

 

[Human]

^
GREAT photography! Thanks for sharing. In a Golf, Hyundai, KIA etc I accept the exposed paint. But on a Benz it's totally not acceptable, trim in those places can't be that expensive.

I Hope you've ordered yourself that SLS AMG

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Human, If you are talking about the door paint that can be seen when the doors are closed I've seen the exact same thing in the F20 at the dealership. The beautiful Estoril blue shone through to the rear compartment in all it's glory. So there's either variations from one vehicle to another with the BMW's or that photo is not exposing the frame that is actually there.

It's funny we went through the same argument with the X5. You claimed that there was no exposed paint, and I posted photos of our X5 clearly showing that there was. I never received a reply.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Ooh, that exposed metal all over the door frames is truly cring-worthy on the A-Class. Truly tells you that it's a "lower priced car".

Though, somehow BMW gets it right on the 1-Series, but they leave massive exposed paint-panel gaps in their super-priced 6 GC? What's wrong with these two!

See my post above. BMW does not 'get it right' on the F20. This particular picture is not showing the paint. How about you check this one out:

or maybe you prefer white trimming?

 

[K-A]

Ewwwww. So M-B is bad about covering up the top parts, but BMW has HIDEOUSLY fit door panels that show horrible paint-gaps.

The worst is the 6 GC, which is already so overpriced, has even worse paint-panel-gaps than even that 1-Series.

Very unacceptable for a "premium" manufacturer. Do general customers really not look past the badge so thoroughly and demand such little from these guys?

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Wolf do you know of any A-class forums that I can go to. I would really love to see some real life photos of the A-class in the various different paint colors and am having a tough time finding these. The Konfigurator is not really realistic.

 

[Wolfgang]

Not much A traffic in the US. I'd suggest UK RHD forums once the A250 SPORT becomes available there.

Some other suggestions:
Mercedes-Benz Passion Blog / Mercedes Benz, smart, Maybach, AMG (D)
The World Of Mercedes-Benz AMG
http://mercedes-benz-blog.blogspot.com/
BenzInsider.com - A Mercedes-Benz Fan Blog - Latest Mercedes-Benz news, reviews and rumors
A-Class, C-Class, E-Class and Other Mercedes Class Info | eMercedesBenz

From MB Passion:

http://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=n&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&layout=2&eotf=1&u=http:///2012/10/der-a-250-sport-10-kw-mehrleistung-im-boost/&act=url