Mercedes-Benz told me about the new A-Klasse

New product will compete with the Audi A3 and BMW 1-Series after go on sale in 2012. New A-Klasse get a more dynamic profile, as in the Mercedes-Benz made a strategic decision not to build in the spirit of mikrovenov. Conceptual three-door car that is already preparing for the premiere, performed in the same style as the previous concepts of brand CLS Shooting Brake and F800.

The main difference between new items from its predecessor - a completely new front-wheel drive platform, which carries the code name of the MFA (Mercedes Front-wheel-drive Architecture). In addition, the following A-Klasse will be positioned as a more sporty model than the present.

On the prototype will debut a new four-engine Mercedes-Benz direct injection and turbocharging, optimized for lateral installation. The power unit 2-liter develops 210 hp. with. capacity and is mounted with the latest "robot" with two clutches, which will replace the stepless variator.

The future production model, according to preliminary data, will also receive a 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine that develops 130 to 180 hp. with. And in 2013, the market may get even and "charged" modification of the A-Klasse AMG with 320-horsepower gasoline turbo engine.

The debut of the new concept car is planned within the framework of the Shanghai Motor Show, and the production car will be shown at the Fall Motor Show in Frankfurt.