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PREMIUM COMPACT HYBRID IS WILLING AND CABLE

Model Mercedes-Benz A250e sedan

Engine 1331cc 4cyl, dohc, 16v, turbo

Motor single, gearbox integrated

Battery 15.6kWh lithium ion

Max combined power 160kW @ 5500rpm

Max torque 450Nm @ 1600-4000rpm

Transmission 8-speed dual-clutch

Weight 1605kg

0-100km/h 6.6sec (claimed)

Economy 1.6L/100km

Price $66,000

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DEPENDING ON your point of view and intended usage, Merc’s new A250e plug-in hybrid is likely one of two things. Either a wellsorted daily

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