An ad for the Mercedes-Benz A 250 Sport has surfaced on oto.my, with an indicative pricing of RM238,888 for the car being listed, as well as an estimated market introduction in July, ahead of the earlier mentioned third-quarter arrival. The A 200 also has a tentative price, this being RM198,888. Another ad has an indicative price for the A 45 AMG at RM338,888.
UPDATE: The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has been officially launched in Malaysia. Read our launch report and view the pics here.
Now, while the quoted prices sound pretty competitive, actual launch pricing may differ by a fair bit, so guess we’ll all have to wait until the car arrives to see if it all rings true.
The W176 was first spied on a transporter last month, and then made an appearance – albeit clad in wrap – at a Petronas showcase for the 2013 Petronas Malaysian GP. Supposedly, the ad states that very limited units of the car will be allocated for the Malaysian market for 2013 – it probably rings true, that claim, because the beauty-contest winner is going great guns sales-wise in Europe.
The A 250 Sport was of course quite the trick performer when we drove it in Slovenia during the international media drive for the W176 A-Class.
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Lexus, the game is on. Merc has brought their A-class to the sub-200k territory, you need to pump some iron with your CT200h.
I really think UMW pushed the Camry price up is to sway buyers for a smaller, lower performance, but better spec CT200h. RM167,000 for the base spec is still cheaper than a 2.5v but comes with VSC and 8-airbags.
Clearing stock, sorry I am not saying Mercedes.
And, very good, this small sporty car (<7sec, much enough for ordinary sporty persons) is pricely very wisely. Thumbs up (cheaper than what most people expected).
See, I said already, there are black hands on A200 pricing, not Hap Seng, not C & C, not Mr Lim.
It’s too cheap even my maid can buy one or two!
i was wondering this car is new or recond? the price is officially announced by MB?
Really an awesome looking car, saw it on display in KLCC a month ago. But is it really enough to sway buyers away from A4 1.8 or 320i, or even sacrificing additional 30k for a large A6 hybrid, I mean it’s about the same price, but for a larger car, though lower performance.
If they are looking at sedans then they won’t be looking at this. If they’re looking for a fun car, then they’ll be looking at this and won’t be looking at those sedans. If they’re money conscious, they’ll probably get a you know what, Camry.
Agreed, this is a hatch so people who are looking for a family car with a boot will look elsewhere but I have to say the price for the A250 is attractive indeed and the sub RM200k price was expected for the A200.
Just waiting for Audi to bring in the A3 sedan 1.8 TFSI which hopefully will be at least RM20k cheaper than the current A4 1.8 TFSI without sacrificing features!
With the A250 Mercedes-Benz is targeting a different demographic than the intended buyers of A4 1.8 or 320i. You don’t see either of the cars stealing sales away from the GTI.
COOL!! those who intend to buy scirocco 2.0 can consider this instead! almost same price but i think is faster?
hm…anyway to get the a200 spec?
im still prefer the ct200 look.
Ready to compete with VW Golf GTi!!
A250 might sells better than Golf GTi. Three point star is much prestige than a VW logo.
Yes the badge is much prestige than a VW but too bad the A class is the cheapest and lowest class Merc ever produce.
In Malaysia, as long as the badge has prestige, no matter how overpriced still worth it.
At least mercedes cars do not break down like VW!
A250, will it impact the Golf GTi sales?
Now ,this is a good car.
Very interesting price. The price is an indicative price. It is usually leak out by salesman. So far the oto price is quite accurate. If the pricing for this benz. VW will need to say good bye to their GTI sale as the A250 performer are quite good 6.6 0-100 :). Nice car. :)
Generally, I don’t think it’s competing with A4 or 320i – especially for the size. This is a much compact car. Technically, the A is supposed to compete with A3 or the 1 series.
I believe somehow or another, the A250 is competing with VW’s Golf GTi (albeit with the RM30~ 40K premiums) – now those loaded who wanted a sporty hatchback for their wife or children, they can now have a more prestige brand to match them.
Similar to the A250 competing with Golf GTi, the A200 is competing with Golf TSi. Others includes Lexus CT200 & Volvo S40.
I was hoping it wouldn’t demand such high premiums over a Golf or else I would seriously consider it.
Scirocco 2.0 golf gti mk7 the a class bmw 1 series audi 3??all german engineering at the best…i think it boils down to preference…it gives people more choice…people who love hot hatch will consider any of the above…
overpriced car.
way overpriced.
About time!!
CT200h vs A200. The game is on!
You prefer a low running cost compact luxury or a sporty luxury.
You prefer a sharp angle themed or a curvy themed design.
You proud of eastern engineering or admire western engineering.
Both are good looking, both best suited in white, both are small, both are hatchback, and both priced similarly.
239k for the A250 is a steal for such a performer and the 3 pointed star brand.
Ok. Lets brace for comments on: uncle car’s joke, RV discussion and Preve is better jokes.
of course preve is better, can save money to buy property!
Wonderfull awsome car.. wonder how much is the A45 version.
Wonderfull awsome car.. wonder how much is the A45 version.
A45 AMG is estimated to be RM380k. Friend of mine booked with NZ Wheels (Naza’ Mercedes-Benz dealer or is it MBM’s AMG importer?)…da beast is going well into new 911 (991) Carrera 3.4 territory, performance wise!!!
Boxster is better generally, except 2 things.
how abt the dimension? old A class is small but this one looks bigger. ‘proper’ hatch.
Dude,
My wife uses a Golf (A6) GTI for her school runs, shopping etc, while I snitch the little bugger for short blasts or spurts occasionally. The rear bench of the new A-class is a bit short on thigh support while the back rest is a tad too upright. Also ease of rear passengers’ ingress and egress pales considerably versus the Mk6, and of course the bigger (but clumsier looking) B-Class.
However, both front occupants are well pampered enough in the A-Class. The A250 Sport looks like a nice proposition to replace my 3 year+ old GTI…or not? Off the mark a bit, let me share with you guys, VW after-sales and warranty claim processes (e.g. DSG judder issue) sucks!!!
haha u such a faker..
MK6 GTI runs on DSG6 which dont have judder issue!
Only DSG7 on the Polo, Golf 1.4, Jetta 1.4, Passat/CC 1.8 has issue..
Yes my MK6 GTI already 3years so far no issue on DSG6 and no claims needed.
But no offense for those on DSG7 yes saw them make claiming.
Anytime over the A
239k for A250…that means there is hope that the AMG A45 might be under 300k.
Then it would be a Golf R, Megane RS killer.
Impossible! AMG babe…..
why not? the A45 is same price and same CC as the Golf R in UK.
Golf R is 280k here
AMG A45 power and torque are far superior than Golf R. See update in the article above, its price – RM338,888(est)
sadly Uk pricing structure does not apply to malaysia. else we could be driving bmw and merc at the price of a golf. and a golf at the price of focus/peugeot….
agree, Golf R 2.0 liter vs A45 2.0 liter as well. Price Golf R 2.0 – RM 280k vs A45 estimate of RM 380. 100k+- diff, might as well i spend a lil few grant on modding the Golf R which i believe would makes more horsie than A45 AMG and it still cost less than 380k fer sure.
I don’t think so. Even the 295hp Mitsubishi Evo X is priced at 330k otr w/o insurance.
The pricing set like that…I would rather go for other choices again like BMW F30 320d, Audi A4, Volvo S60 or VW CC!!
You are not ready yet for all the cars that you mentioned, I wish in near future you are, good luck. Most potential buyers do not think that way.
Merc A250. > VW GTI mk7. Anyday
According to Taiwanese review, A250 is better than GTI MK6, but MK7 GTI isn’t here yet.
in term of look and branding, the A250 is way better then the Golf GTi. But some reviews says that for the A250 ride is pretty stiff and not as comfy as compare with Golf. Well, if i have the extra cash to burn and don’t mind stiffer ride, i would go with this else the GTi is also very good especially 6 speed DSG transmission. Waiting for what Mk7 gti were to offer.
i paid booking to MB already :P
And the point u are making is?
Damn. I’m not ready for anything above RM200K just yet. So, the actions are
1. Work even harder. Do 2 jobs at the same time.
2. Hoping for 20% reduction in car price soon.
Hahaha…
Even after 20% reduction, msians will cook up same story, ‘Can’t afford’!
If u want a luxury car,good design,this car is suitable for you,but if u need a performance car,good engine sound,good gearbox,u should buy golf gti or golf R.
If amg version price below 300k, GG to golf r and scirocco r.
Waiting for the a45 amg
The Golf won in these sections of the comparison: body, comfort,
drive, performance and costs.
Model: BMW 125i / Ford Focus ST / Mercedes-Benz A250 / VW
Golf GTi Performance
0-100 kph: 6,7 s / 6,6 s / 6,6 s / 6,2 s
0-200 kph: 28,7 s / 27,1 s / 28,8 s / 24,2 s
Braking 100-0 kph, warm: 36,7 m / 36,4 m / 36,5 m / 35,9 m
somemore m/b spare parts will cost more than vw