W176 · 2012–2018

Mercedes Classe A A 180 W176 · 122 hp (2012 to 2018)

The Mercedes Classe A A 180 of the W176 generation uses the M270 1.6 petrol engine with 122 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
122 PS / 90 kW
Displacement
1 595 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
M270 1.6
Period covered
2012–2018
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds
  • Automatic · 7 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

122 hp (90 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic. Built from 2012 to 2018.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It sits between the A 160 (102 hp) and the A 200 (156 hp). The M270 1.6 engine is also fitted to: Mercedes Classe B (W246), Mercedes CLA (C117), Mercedes GLA (X156).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Service A / Service B

About 25,000 km or 1 year (ASSYST)

25 000 km

12 months

Oil and filter at each service; Service B adds filters and wider checks. The ASSYST indicator prevails.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Every 24 months

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Mercedes Classe A A 180 W176?

The M270 1.6 petrol engine (1 595 cc), 122 hp (90 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Mercedes Classe A A 180?

A MB 229.5 / 229.51 / 229.52-approved oil suited to the M270 1.6 engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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