A-Class (W177) [Official] Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan (V177)

[tennmb]

Not bad. Better than the 1-er sedan, but probably not as good as the A3 sedan. The rear lights are the hardest for me to digest as they just appear a little rounded and frumpy. I guess the CLA will address this point with a sharper rear end.

But there's a toy like quality to the 1 and A, whereas the A3 just looks sophisticated.

Am very interested to see how shortening the wheelbase is going to look like for the other markets.

It's only 2.3 inches, which in terms or knee room is a lot. In terms of aesthetics, probably not much.

 

[Sovereign]

Umm we have two new designs to judge from Mercedes Benz in this week. The A Sedan and the Maybach SUV. Both look terrible in the pictures IMO.

 

[deity]

Terrible, rear looks like a Chevy Cruze.

 

[hannaz]

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[wallstbear]

Umm we have two new designs to judge from Mercedes Benz in this week. The A Sedan and the Maybach SUV. Both look terrible in the pictures IMO.

Neither one is very attractive...

 

[klier]

Neither one is very attractive...

But judging which one is worst is going to be the real game.

 

[wallstbear]

But judging which one is worst is going to be the real game.

If you allow consideration of the (potential) price tag, then the Maybach would have quite an advantage.

 

[bialkov]

Mercedes A-Class Sedan Teased: Most Aerodynamic Production Car
Jul 23, 2018 at 3:56am By: Adrian Padeanu, Editor
With a drag coefficient of only 0.22, it's just as sleek as the CLA.
Approximately three months after unveiling the long-wheelbase A-Class Sedan for China, Mercedes is kicking off the teaser campaign for the regular model bound to be sold globally. The first episode focuses on the aerodynamic efficiency of the sedan, which will have a drag coefficient of only 0.22. If that number sounds familiar, it’s because the first-ever A-Class Sedan will be just as sleek as the CLA in the 180 CDI BlueEfficiency guise – the current record holder.

Wait, isn’t the XL1 the most aerodynamic production car ever made? Yes and no. The ultra-frugal diesel hybrid has a drag coefficient of just 0.19, but we need to take into consideration that Volkswagen built only 250 units. That’s a far cry from making the radically styled two-seater a regular series production car, which the aforementioned CLA is and the A-Class Sedan will be once it will be launched by the end of this year.
It goes without saying that Mercedes had to spend a lot of time in the wind tunnel with the A-Class Sedan to achieve that number. For example, the front and rear wheel spoilers were tweaked to channel the air around the wheels, which themselves were aerodynamically optimized and even the tires had to be purpose-built. In some countries, the car will be available with an optional two-part shutter system located behind the radiator grille to lower the amount of airflow going through the engine bay.

To make the sedan as sleek as possible, Mercedes came up with a new sealing concept – like the sealing of the area around the headlights – and created an almost complete paneling of the car’s underbody. The A-Class Sedan was engineered in Sindelfingen, Germany where the company has a wind tunnel. It will be built nearby at the Rastatt factory located at a little over 50 miles away, but also in Aguascalientes, Mexico.

It will inherit the 2729-millimeter (107.4-inch) wheelbase of the hatchback, as well as the engines, safety kit, and technology. Mercedes promises the U.S.-bound A-Class Sedan will boast best-in-class rear headroom and will make use of the firm’s new MBUX infotainment system as seen in the five-door model.

Expect an official reveal to take place in the weeks to come.

 

[tennmb]

Mercedes A-Class Sedan Teased: Most Aerodynamic Production Car
Jul 23, 2018 at 3:56am By: Adrian Padeanu, Editor
With a drag coefficient of only 0.22, it's just as sleek as the CLA.
Approximately three months after unveiling the long-wheelbase A-Class Sedan for China, Mercedes is kicking off the teaser campaign for the regular model bound to be sold globally. The first episode focuses on the aerodynamic efficiency of the sedan, which will have a drag coefficient of only 0.22. If that number sounds familiar, it’s because the first-ever A-Class Sedan will be just as sleek as the CLA in the 180 CDI BlueEfficiency guise – the current record holder.

Wait, isn’t the XL1 the most aerodynamic production car ever made? Yes and no. The ultra-frugal diesel hybrid has a drag coefficient of just 0.19, but we need to take into consideration that Volkswagen built only 250 units. That’s a far cry from making the radically styled two-seater a regular series production car, which the aforementioned CLA is and the A-Class Sedan will be once it will be launched by the end of this year.
It go...

Even more reason to question why this and a CLA. Especially when you see the most recent pics of the CLA testing. The A looks much better and is essentially the same. Hey, want less headroom and pay more, well here ya go!

 

[Yaz]

A > CLA any given day.

 

[Wolfgang]

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[DjordjeC63]

Wtf, celebrates world premiere?

 

[Wolfgang]

 

[Merc1]

2019 Mercedes A-Class Sedan Blends Sleek Styling With Lots Of Tech


I really like it. A220 for the U.S. market with 188hp. I would imagine a 300hp A35 and a 400hp+ A45 are also coming.

M

 

[Wunderkind]

Looks like the 190E has been resurrected. I like the shape and proportions of this car. Looks like it will have decent headroom for the rear occupants.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

I find a lot to like. It's fresh.

 

[Sovereign]

Interesting article.

"Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX: Most Compelling Infotainment System, finds Strategy Analytics"

Link: Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX: Most Compelling Infotainment System, finds Strategy Analytics

The best infotainment is in the A class as it appears.

 

[Der Hofmeister]

It looks quite impressive for a compact sedan and my first impression of the exagerrated CLS resemblance has toned down a bit. It lacks the whale-ish stance of the current CLA, which is a good thing and a signal that the errors of the past will be gone with the arrival of the second generation CLA (C118).

The interior, in terms of technology and personalization choices, sets the bar high in the segment. The compact premium sedans could be a hit, given they are offered with further, more eco-friendly engine choices and autonomous technologies. Mercedes-Benz is testing waters with the global approach for the A-Class Sedan and, if successful, most likely other competitors will follow as well.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

When the W201 190 series was presented in fall 1982, it introduced a new design paradigm for Mercedes-Benz sedans. The most compelling example of the W201s' influence could be witnessed 2 years later in the form of the W124.

Perhaps we will see something similar in the not-too-distant future. A "crisper" W206 and W214 ? Evidence of this can be detected in recent W223 prototype sightings as well.

 

[fortuner]

Looks very nice...I think this car will do really well..Reminds me also of the 190.