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Car Specifications1998 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
The 1998 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $39,995 for the Classic variant and topping out at $56,720 for the Avantgarde variant.
There are 3 variants of the A-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-1998.
The 1998 A-Class was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class include 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder (60kW/130Nm), 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder (75kW/150Nm) and 1.7L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (66kW/180Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $39,995 - $56,720†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Mini Mpv
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $39,995 - $56,720†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Mini Mpv
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class
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Available Variants
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Classic and the most expensive being Avantgarde.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,575 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,719 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,423 mm |
| Load Capacity | 385 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Classic variant that starts from $39,995.
See all Mercedes-Benz A-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Avantgarde variant that starts from $56,720.
See all Mercedes-Benz A-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz A-Class is 800 kg shared by all variants.
See all Mercedes-Benz A-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Classic variant which measures 1719mm wide, 3575mm in length and sits 1575mm tall.
All variants of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class have a maximum power of 75kW and 150nm of torque.
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the Classic variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1555 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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