Mercedes-Benz finally dropped some of the heavier
camouflage from their 2019 A-Class prototypes.It looks as though Mercedes have
gone all out for this new-generation A-Class, which could have easily either
kept its analog gauges or simply gone with a virtual dashboard-type of design
like on certain Audi models.
There are quite a lot of buttons on that
steering wheel, with pretty much an extra row on both sides compared to what
we're generally used to from Mercedes. On the right you've got commands for the
infotainment system and on the left you have some adaptive cruise control
buttons.
On the outside, we can now see the sleeker and lower
front end as well as the thinner headlights.
However, despite the camo being lighter, we still can't make out the exact
shape of the taillights.
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class will ride on a new
version of the German automaker's MFA platform (called MFA2), which is both
lighter and better suited for alternative power units, compared to the original
MFA. The A-Class will remain roughly the same as
before, however it will feature a longer wheelbase in order to better
accommodate rear-seat passengers.
The new A-Class will be
available in two body styles, the 5-door hatchback plus a 4-door sedan for
select markets and which is said to be roomier than the CLA.
As for power units, expect a range of four-cylinder
petrol and diesel options, with two possible AMG-powered models in the A 40 AMG
(300+ HP) and the A 45 AMG (400+ HP). A plug-in version remains a possibility,
as does a three-cylinder engine that could join the lineup later on.
That Mercedes will debut the all-new
A-Class at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show in September, with first deliveries
arriving early next year.
Source : Carscoops