The new-generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Mercedes AMG A 45 4MATIC, world’s most powerful mid-sized sports model
KUWAIT: The new-generation Mercedes-Benz AClass has arrived in Kuwait, and will be available at A R Albisher & Z Alkazemi Co’s Showroom. Reconciling the conflicting aims of sporty performance and enhanced comfort, Mercedes Benz has increased the range of available engines with an A 250 that produces a peak output of 155 kW (211 hp) and maximum torque of 350 Nm.
With its dramatic design in the style of the successful MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 team, the special “Motorsport Edition” model will particularly appeal to racing fans. The MercedesAMG A 45 4MATIC also benefits from the model update. With a peak output of 280 kW (381 hp) and maximum torque of 475 Nm, the entry-level model from Mercedes-AMG is the world’s most powerful mid-sized sports model. The revised gear ratios, aerodynamic fine-tuning and the new DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes raise overall performance to a higher level, underlining the claim to leadership in this market segment.
“The A-Class has been a favourite compactdrive since it was first launched, and this new generation model is set to enjoy even more appeal. Its attractive exterior is complemented by a solid, fun and astonishingly quiet performance, with a myriad of technological options that will enthuse and delight both drivers and passengers. We encourage our Mercedes-Benz aficionados to visit our showroom and see the AClass on display to understand just how much this dynamic vehicle offers,” said Michael Ruehle, CEO, A.R.Albisher & Z.Alkazemi Co.
The chassis: comfort at the touch of a button
With DYNAMIC SELECT the vehicle characteristics can be adjusted in seconds at the touch of a button to the four driving modes “Comfort”, “Sport”, “Eco” and “Individual”. DYNAMIC SELECT allows a particularly broad range of setting options in combination with the new suspension with adaptive damping (optional extra). In this case the driver is able to modify the vehicle’s damping characteristics using the DYNAMIC SELECT Switch. There is a choice between Comfort mode with comfortable damping characteristics and Sport mode for a sporty and more taut damper set-up. A proportional valve is actuated electronically at each shock absorber to control the oil flow and therefore the damping characteristics.
The design: dynamically curved surfaces and a fresh ambience.
Striking lines, dynamically curved surfaces and coupe-like window lines characterise the exterior of the A-Class, following the design philosophy of sensual purity. With a diamond grille, new LED high performance headlamps (optional extra) and newly designed tail lamps with dual tailpipe trim integrated flush into the bumper, the new generation emphasises the sportiness and dynamics of the successful midsized class model series. Apart from their distinctive look, the LED High Performance headlamps (standard for Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC) offer additional safety at night thanks to their wide beam pattern, a light which has a colour similar to daylight and low energy consumption. On unlocking the vehicle, the driver is welcomed by the “coming home” function with its unusual light show. Ambient lighting, available on request, creates a unique and pleasant atmosphere inside the vehicle with twelve different colours which can be dimmed in five stages.
New colours and materials, as well as new finishes for the trim in the dashboard, ensure a fresh ambience. The A-Class is available in a fresh new “on-trend” colour elbaite green metallic. New features include sahara beige / black leather in the Exclusive package and a new seat design with red or green highlights in the Style line.
The powertrain: engine range expanded further
The Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC also benefits from the model update. With a maximum output of 280 kW (381 hp) and a peak torque of 475 Nm, the entrylevel model from Mercedes-AMG is the world’s most powerful mid-sized sports model. This power pack delivers a dynamic performance that is unrivalled: it accelerates from rest to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconds. This means that the new Mercedes AMG A 45 takes 0.4 seconds less for this exercise than its predecessor.
Reassuring Safety
With numerous driving assistance systems from the drowsiness detection system ATTENTION ASSIST to DISTRONIC PLUS distance control, the A-Class is able to give its driver comprehensive support and protection. For example, the standard COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS extends the functions of the previous COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST (radar supported proximity warning and braking assistance by Adaptive Brake Assist) with autonomous partial braking to reduce the risk of rear-end collisions.
The drowsiness detection system ATTENTION ASSIST (standard) has been similarly upgraded: operating within an extended speed range (60 - 200 km/h), it now uses a five-stage bar display to visualise the driver’s current attention level.
The new generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class will be on display and available at A R Albisher & Z Alkazemi Co’s Shuwaikh showroom.