Fans of premium compact hatchbacks aren’t exactly
spoiled for choice in the United States, their only options being the Audi A3
Sportback e-tron, Mini Clubman, and Infiniti QX30. In this context, it can be
frustrating to see that Canada is getting the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class
hatchback while the United States is not. So yes, Canadian buyers have been
able to order themselves a brand new 2019 A-Class hatchback since November
2018.
Now, MBPassionBlog reports the model has arrived at
Mercedes’ Canadian dealers in two configurations — the A250 and A250 4Matic.
Both are powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine
producing 221 hp at 5,500 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque between 1,800
and 4,000 rpm.
Linked to a standard 7G-DCT automatic transmission,
the engine drives the front wheels in the standard model and all four wheels in
the A250 4Matic. The A250 starts at CA$ 35,990 while the A250 4Matic is priced from CA$ 37,990. The
prices don’t include tax and delivery costs.
The standard spec sheet includes a panoramic
glass sunroof, LED headlights and taillights, 17-inch alloys, Artico
upholstery, heated front seats (power adjustable with memory function for the
driver), Thermotronic automatic climate control, 7-inch MBUX infotainment
system, rearview camera, Dynamic Select and much more.
Canadian buyers who want more features can choose
between five packages (Premium Package, Navigation Package, Sport Package,
Technology Package, and Night Package). Several standalone options are also
available. Like in the United States, the A-Class sedan is also available in
Canada in A220 and A220 4Matic configurations.
