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Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003
The 2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003 Price and Specs
Pricing guides

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP AUTO | $3,500 | $5,610 | |
A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP SEQ | $3,100 | $5,390 | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP AUTO | $3,800 | $6,160 | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 1.6L ULP 5 SP SEQ | $3,600 | $5,830 |
Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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What do I look for when servicing a Mercedes-Benz A-Class?
Home servicing is a great way to learn about your car and get a better idea of what makes it tick. It also means you might even become a more `mechanically sympathetic’ driver and be kinder to the car in a long-term sense.
The service booklet in the car’s glove-box will tell you a lot about what you need to know when it comes to what’s required for a service. But remember that not all services are the same: Some are minor services and some are major. Others require one-off actions such as changing a timing belt or checking the tension of a timing chain, but you can’t afford to ignore any of these things. Other things required by the factory service schedule include checking the thickness of brake material, changing fluid beyond just the oil and plenty of other tasks that might not occur to you naturally. Most of these tasks are either time or distance-covered dependent (sometimes both).
The bottom line is that you really need to be on top of these tasks and know how to do them before you rip the car apart in the driveway one Saturday and then discover you don’t know how it all goes back together. Home maintenance extends way beyond just oil changing, particularly on a modern design such as the Mercedes A-Class. Modern cars are very complex devices and keeping them running sweetly and safely is often the work of a specialist. That said, I’m loathe to try to dissuade you from tackling a job that can be very satisfying and could save you money in the process.
A lot of TAFE colleges once offered car-maintenance courses for the home mechanic, but sadly, many of these seem to have disappeared due to budget cuts across the education system. It would still be worth talking to your local TAFE, though, to see if there’s a short course that might help you out.
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Mercedes-Benz A180 2014: Broken valve spring
A broken valve spring is not something that would be caused by the fuel. Most likely the spring was faulty, perhaps there was in inclusion in the material it was made from, or there could have been some other manufacturing problem. Use either 95 or 98-octane fuel.
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2006: How can I check if the alternator is broken?
Take it to an auto electrician who should be able to test it and tell you if it is malfunctioning.
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2018: Mercedes Me
Your first port of call should be to Mercedes to register a claim for updating your car. It would help if you had the promise in writing, otherwise who is to say who said and promised what. If you feel strongly about it perhaps you could get other affected owners together and contact Mercedes as a group.
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1719mm x 1601mm and can vary on the basis of model.


Mercedes-Benz A-Class Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1575x1719x3606 mm | 130 mm | |
A160 LWB Classic | Hatchback | 1589x1719x3776 mm | 130 mm | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 1575x1719x3606 mm | 130 mm | |
A160 LWB Elegance | Hatchback | 1589x1719x3776 mm | 130 mm |
Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class currently offers fuel consumption from 6.4 to 7.2L/100km. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP AUTO | 6.4L/100km | |
A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP SEQ | 6.5L/100km | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP AUTO | 6.4L/100km | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP SEQ | 6.5L/100km |
Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz A-Class will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Mercedes-Benz A-Class vary from 15x5.5 inches to 16x6.5 inches.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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A160 Classic | Hatchback | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
A160 LWB Classic | Hatchback | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | |
A160 LWB Elegance | Hatchback | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches | 195x50 R15 | 15x5.5 inches |
Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2003 Towing capacity
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class’s towing capacity ranges from 800kg to 1000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP SEQ | 1000kg | |
A160 Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
A160 LWB Classic | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP SEQ | 1000kg | |
A160 Elegance | Hatchback | 1.6L,ULP,5 SP SEQ | 1000kg |
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