New Mercedes A class

[lordnikon]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54tZ0BWxiAQ&feature=g-all-u

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRRb7wPnzm8 (Show case)

Looks pretty awesome. I hope the AMG version drives and handles like a GTI.

[nx6288]

Combined fuel consumption: 6.4-3.8 L/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 148-98 g/km.

awesome.

$30k base?

[coriolis]

Combined fuel consumption: 6.4-3.8 L/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 148-98 g/km.

awesome.

$30k base?

$30k base USD, which probably translates to $39k base CDN, then add destination and taxes, and it'll be $50k woooooo :cry:




I want more hot hatches...!

[awestruck]

Looks pretty nice, styling wise.

[chickenbones]

Front is nice. I don't like the rear...

[Rainne]

$30k base USD, which probably translates to $39k base CDN, then add destination and taxes, and it'll be $50k woooooo :cry:




I want more hot hatches...!

lol

[IMWHFMPC]

not available in Canada

[mr_raider]

not available in Canada

I've heard rumors of an Infiniti spin off to slot in below the G.

[djemzine]

Front looks nice but I wonder how this stacks up to the A3. If there is a NA launch, I am sure they'll have competitive prices with that off the A3 no?

[Gunnerheadboy]

Very sexy look, but what's up with that "you need a coffee brake" system. How does *it* know why I want a coffee?

[chickenbones]

Very sexy look, but what's up with that "you need a coffee brake" system. How does *it* know why I want a coffee?

They have needles on the steering wheel. It checks your blood caffeine level.

[Muney]

Came in expecting not to like it since I pictured a Merc Hatchback.... but this thins is wicked looking. Can we have a Diesel version (didnt think so)

[KevC]

Pretty.

Can't wait to drive one. Hopefully will have aggressive lease rates and a high residual. I wonder how the dual-clutch gearbox compares with VW'S DSG. I was blown away by how ridiculously fast the DSG box shifts; if the Benz's comes close - I'd be happy XD

Oh, and diesel for our shores? Diesel AWD 6MT or 7DCT would be a dream =) Or the 1.8 turbo 4 that comes in the C250....

[Poulet]

Not bad. At 30k, people would buy it

[zerg00]

whats the difference between the a class and b class

[garyhudson]

whats the difference between the a class and b class

The letter is different. one is A, the other is B.

[flyz]

Looks pretty nise.

People are gonna buy it regardless if it's overpriced. Seen so many 40k golfs around (R lol)

[bembol]

Impressive, I love it! Put this on my list with...

C350 Coupe
GLK350

Since they changed the C-Class, I've been eyeing Mercesdes but last time my family/friends told be to avoid Domestic I didn't listen and paid for it. They all keep staying stick with Japanese.

[lordnikon]

I just noticed it has a column shifter...yuck

[Matrixvibe]

Looks like a nice little hatch. I would drive one lol

[Gunnerheadboy]

Anyone else thing that the touch screen sticking out of the dash is pretty ugly though? The car otherwise looks really nice and sleek.

[Matrixvibe]

Anyone else thing that the touch screen sticking out of the dash is pretty ugly though? The car otherwise looks really nice and sleek.

+1 looks kinda just stuck on there last minute lol

[dredd2099]

Looks like a nice little hatch. I would drive one lol

you and I both
me likey besides that afterthought screen

[rsasp]

Looks very sharp. Hopefully it will come to Canada sometimes in the future.

[garyhudson]

+1 looks kinda just stuck on there last minute lol

its like that to ease viewing while driving and create a feel of heads up display...IMO

[djemzine]

I just noticed it has a column shifter...yuck

+1

[Badman]

Anyone else thing that the touch screen sticking out of the dash is pretty ugly though? The car otherwise looks really nice and sleek.

Looks like if someone would just put a aftermarket gps and attach it like that.


Car does look nice. If it becomes a real competitor (engine/performance wise) to the A3 I think Mercedes will have a hit.


They need something in the lower end to still attract younger buyers.

[mr_raider]

Looks like if someone would just put a aftermarket gps and attach it like that.



Go see the new f30 328i. Same pop up display. If it's good enough for BMW, it's good enough for anyone else.

[Jon04CTS]

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FmJ3CipQNPw/TMkoIFrpoWI/AAAAAAAAGFE/NXf0N5x9EYU/s1600/car_photo_402781_7.jpg

+

http://publicanfashion.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2012-Kia-Rio-5-Door-Hatchback-Rear-Side-View-800x600.jpg

=

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2012/03/007-2012-mercedes-benz-a-class-reveal-opt.jpg

[chickenbones]

Go see the new f30 328i. Same pop up display. If it's good enough for BMW, it's good enough for anyone else.

Totally different. The BMW retracts and is built into the dash. While the A class looks like it was stuck on after the dash was built.

http://www.automotifme.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/BMW-328i-interior.jpg

Vs.

http://media.caranddriver.com/images/12q1/444218/2013-mercedes-benz-a180-cdi-interior-photo-444511-s-520x318.jpg

[Jon04CTS]

Totally different. The BMW retracts and is built into the dash. While the A class looks like it was stuck on after the dash was built.

http://www.automotifme.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/BMW-328i-interior.jpg



No it does not. The BMW display does not retract or move. It actually looks like BMW found the first flat surface on the dash and super-glued it there. If you ever have a chance to sit inside one and play with it, you'll notice it is quite flimsy and cheap. I noted this at BMW's display at the auto show and all the BMW reps ran away.


the screen sticks out of the top of the instrument panel much like a retractable one would—only it doesn’t retract.
http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2012/03/review-2012-bmw-328i-luxury-line-sedan/


the 3’s new freestanding center display doesn’t retract, and it matches the surrounding landscape about as well as the screen in a desert drive-in theater.
http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2012-bmw-335i-sedan-test-review

[tsxnation]

If they price this thing right, it will sell like hot cakes. Every lg will have this for sure.

I personally would seriously consider it if it came in diesel...hell diesel would make me consider a lot of cars.

[lordnikon]

BMW interiors aren't exactly a pinnacle of design. I think they look like crap compared to Audis imo.

[xwar]

sexy hatch. i want an AMG version.

[mr_raider]

If they price this thing right, it will sell like hot cakes. Every lg will have this for sure.

I personally would seriously consider it if it came in diesel...hell diesel would make me consider a lot of cars.

For the money, a Focus St will probably blow it out of the water. Of course you don't get to ride in a Mercedes-Benz, so you must make amends :D

[MasterXan]

I was excited for this car until I found out it is FWD