2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class price and specs: PHEV axed

Mercedes-Benz Australia has detailed the pricing and specifications of its updated A-Class hatch and sedan range ahead of a local arrival later this month.

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class range now starts with the A200 hatch at $61,900 before on-roads, with the entry-level A180 axed. The entry price has risen $10,500.

Pricing for the A-Class range now goes up to $119,900 before on-roads for the A45 S 4Matic+ hatch, which is up by $13,000.

In addition to swapping the entry-level A180 for the A200 with the update, Mercedes-Benz Australia has axed the A250e plug-in hybrid (PHEV) hatch from the line-up. The A250e sedan was axed in 2022.

Almost every A-Class model now features a 48V mild-hybrid system, apart from the flagship A45 S 4Matic+. This includes a belt-driven start-generator capable of providing an additional 10kW at start-off.

As previously detailed, the A-Class has received subtle exterior and interior design revisions, as well as the latest generation of the brand’s MBUX connected infotainment system.

A panoramic sunroof, keyless entry and start, surround-view camera, and power-adjustable heated front seats with memory are now standard across the A-Class range.

The AMG Line package is standard on the core A-Class range with a new rear diffuser and standard LED tail lights.

On the inside there are dual 10.25-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an additional USB-C port, and a revised steering wheel that’s wrapped in Nappa leather.

The AMG models receive a new round badge with the AMG emblem instead of the Mercedes star with a laurel wreath. There are new wheel designs, rear spoiler lip, and revised tail lights.

Pricing

• 2023 Mercedes-Benz A200 hatch: $61,900 (NEW)
• 2023 Mercedes-Benz A200 sedan: $63,400 (NEW)
• 2023 Mercedes-Benz A250 4Matic hatch: $71,900 (+$5000)
• 2023 Mercedes-Benz A250 4Matic sedan: $73,400 (+$5500)
• 2023 Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic hatch: $87,900 (+$5900)
• 2023 Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic sedan: $89,400 (+$6000)
• 2023 Mercedes-AMG A45 S 4Matic+ hatch: $119,900 (+$13,000)

All prices are before on-road costs.

Drivetrains

The entry-level Mercedes-Benz A200 is powered by a 1.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system producing total system outputs of 120kW of power and 270Nm of torque.

This is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, with drive sent to the front wheels only. Mercedes-Benz claims the A200 hatch and sedan can do the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.2 seconds and 8.3 seconds, respectively.

The Mercedes-Benz A250 4Matic is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system producing total system outputs of 165kW and 350Nm.

This is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system. Mercedes-Benz claims the A250 4Matic hatch and sedan can do the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.3 seconds and 6.4 seconds, respectively.

The Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic is also powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system, but produces 225kW and 400Nm.

This is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system. Mercedes-AMG claims the A35 4Matic hatch and sedan can do the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.7 seconds and 4.8 seconds, respectively.

The flagship Mercedes-AMG A45 S 4Matic+ is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 310kW and 500Nm.

This is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system. Mercedes-AMG claims the A45 S 4Matic+ can do the 0-100km/h sprint in 3.9 seconds.

Efficiency

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class range has the following claimed combined fuel economy:

• A200 sedan: 5.7L/100km
• A200 hatch: 5.8L/100km
• A250 4Matic hatch: 7L/100km
• A250 4Matic sedan: 7L/100km
• A35 4Matic sedan: 7.9L/100km
• A35 4Matic hatch: 8.2L/100km
• A45 S 4Matic+: 8.9L/100km

Dimensions

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatch measures in at 4442mm long, 1797mm wide, and 1424mm tall with a 2729mm wheelbase.

The A35 4Matic hatch is slightly longer at 4447mm long and slightly lower at 1404mm. The A45 S 4Matic+ hatch is even longer again at 4453mm, wider at 1850mm, and 1409mm tall.

The A-Class sedan measures in at 4558mm long, 1796mm wide, and 1441mm tall with a 2729mm wheelbase.

The A35 4Matic sedan is slightly longer at 4570mm, wider at 1797mm, and lower at 1408mm.

Mercedes-Benz claims the A200 and A250 4Matic hatches have 350 litres of boot capacity that can expand to 1190 litres with the second row of seats folded.

The A35 4Matic and A45 S 4Matic+ hatches on the other hand have slightly more boot space at 370 litres, which can be expanded to 1210 litres with the second row of seats folded.

The A200 and A250 4Matic sedans have 395 litres of boot capacity, whereas the A35 4Matic sedan has 420 litres of boot capacity.

Servicing and Warranty

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class range is covered by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Logbook servicing for the A-Class range and the A35 4Matic is required every 12 months or 25,000km, whereas for the A45 S 4Matic+ it’s required every 12 months or 20,000km.

Mercedes-Benz Australia offers three-, four- and five-year service plans for the entire A-Class range. They are priced as follows:

Safety

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class was awarded a five-star ANCAP safety rating based on testing conducted in 2018. The rating doesn’t carry over to the AMG variants.

It received 96 per cent for adult occupant protection, 91 per cent for child occupant protection, 92 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 73 per cent for safety assist.

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class range comes standard with the following safety equipment:

• Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Lane departure warning
• Lane-keep assist
• Driver fatigue monitoring
• Speed sign recognition
• Adaptive cruise control
• Surround-view camera
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Emergency calling
• Tyre pressure monitoring

Standard Equipment

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz A200 comes with the following standard equipment:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• AMG Line exterior package
• Panoramic sunroof
• Automatic LED headlights
• LED tail lights
• Rain-sensing wipers
• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• DAB+ digital radio
• Satellite navigation
• MBUX voice assistant
• Interior ambient lighting
• Keyless entry and start
• Six-speaker sound system
• Wireless phone charger
• Leather-wrapped sport steering wheel
• Artico/Microcut upholstery
• Heated front seats
• Power-adjustable front seats with memory

The Mercedes-Benz A250 4Matic adds:

• All-wheel drive

The Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic adds:

• 19-inch alloy wheels
• AMG Night Package II
• Red painted brake calipers
• AMG grille
• Rear lip spoiler
• Round exhaust pipes
• Adaptive LED headlights
• 12-speaker sound system
• Dual-zone climate control
• AMG Performance steering wheel
• AMG Track Pace
• AMG Real Performance Sound
• AMG Ride Control suspension

The flagship Mercedes-AMG A45 S 4Matic+ adds:

• Twin-flow exhaust pipes
• 19-inch matte black wheels

Colours

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class range is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on the variant:

• Cosmos Black
• Mountain Grey
• Iridium Silver
• Sun Yellow
• Digital White
• Manufaktur Patagonia Red Bright

All paint colours are free of charge apart from the single Manufaktur colour which costs an additional $900.

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