Mercedes Benz A-Class and AMG A45 S Launched in India

Mercedes-Benz India has now launched the 2023 A-Class range with updated styling and features. The A-Class range includes the Mercedes-Benz A 200 Limousine and the Mercedes-AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+ facelift. While the former is priced at Rs 45.80 lakh (ex-showroom), the latter is priced at Rs 92.50 lakh (ex-showroom).

At launch, the new A-Class Limousine is offered with only a petrol engine with a diesel unit set to join the line-up by Q4 2023.

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Mercedes-Benz A 200 Limousine Facelift: What's New?

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine facelift features some minor design tweaks. These include a redesigned grille, new 17-inch 5 twin-spoke alloy wheels and refreshed LED headlamp and tail lamp units.

Moving to the inside, the cabin gets dual 10.25-inch screens with the latest generation MBUX software. Other notable changes include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, an upgraded Mercedes Me app that comes with the 'Hey Mercedes' voice assistant, and improved telematics.

In terms of safety,  the car is now offered with seven airbags with the inclusion of a knee airbag as standard. It is also provided with a keyless Go and hands-free access to the boot with the sensor beneath the rear bumper.

Talking about the powertrain, the A 200 Limousine takes power from a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine while the diesel options use the 2.0-litre oil burner.

AMG A 45 4MATIC: What’s New?

Like the standard model, the performance hatch also gets minor visual tweaks. These include revised headlights and AMG-specific radiator design.
 
Mercedes offers the AMG rear Aerofoil as an accessory for customers who want to make their A45 S more sporty. On the inside, updates are limited to new aluminium AMG design trim elements with a black and silver finish.

Talking about the powertrain, the new Mercedes AMG A45 S continues to be powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that is rated for 415 bhp of maximum power output. The motor comes mated to an 8G AMG SpeedShift transmission, sending power to all four wheels through the 4MATIC+AWD system. The four-wheeler can sprint from 0-100 kmph in just 3.9 seconds.

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