Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class W177 is plainly the faster, more modern AMG hatch: 421 hp, 500 Nm and 3.9 seconds to 100 km/h versus 381 hp, 475 Nm and 4.2 seconds for the W176 Facelift. It also brings an eight-speed DCT, 370-litre boot and useful safety and cabin upgrades. But the RM180,707 price jump is enormous, while the newer car consumes 8.3 L/100 km against 6.9 L/100 km. For a Malaysian buyer shopping new versus outgoing, the W177 is the better car; the W176 remains the more rational performance buy.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class W176 Facelift if RM329,181 pricing, 6.9 L/100 km economy and rear air-con vents matter more than the newer car’s extra pace and technology.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class W177 if you want 421 hp, a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time, a larger boot and newer driver-assistance and infotainment hardware.
Key differences
- Price: W176 Facelift RM329,181; W177 RM509,888.
- Output: W176 Facelift 381 hp and 475 Nm; W177 421 hp and 500 Nm.
- Performance: W176 Facelift 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and 250 km/h; W177 3.9 seconds and 270 km/h.
- Efficiency: W176 Facelift 6.9 L/100 km and 162 g/km CO2; W177 8.3 L/100 km and 189 g/km.
- Practicality: W176 Facelift is 4,367 mm long with a 341-litre boot; W177 is 4,445 mm long with a 370-litre boot.
- Transmission: W176 Facelift has a seven-speed wet dual-clutch; W177 has an eight-speed wet dual-clutch.
W176 Facelift
- RM180,707 less expensive.
- Better rated economy: 6.9 L/100 km versus 8.3 L/100 km.
- 56-litre fuel tank and rear air-con vents.
- 381 hp and 475 Nm trail the W177’s 421 hp and 500 Nm.
- Slower 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed.
- No blind-spot system, steering-correction lane keeping, head-up display or MBUX touchscreen.
W177
- 421 hp, 500 Nm and a 3.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Eight-speed DCT and 270 km/h top speed.
- 370-litre boot, 10.25-inch MBUX touchscreen, head-up display and blind-spot monitoring.
- Costs RM180,707 more.
- Rated at 8.3 L/100 km and 189 g/km CO2, versus 6.9 L/100 km and 162 g/km.
- Smaller 51-litre fuel tank and no rear air-con vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM329,181✓ | RM509,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376 | RM376 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing and lift | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing and lift |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 381 hp at 6,000 rpm | 421 hp at 6,750 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 475 Nm at 2,250 rpm | 500 Nm at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.6 | 9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.9 L/100 km✓ | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 270 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 162 g/km✓ | 189 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,367 mm | 4,445 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,417 mm | 1,412 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,699 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 1,555 kg | 1,550 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 56 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 341 litres | 370 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/35R19 | 245/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/35R19 | 245/35R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiSportContact 5P | Michelin Pilot Sport 4S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive dampers, Dynamic Select, AMG Performance Exhaust | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive dampers, Dynamic Select, AMG Performance Exhaust |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Collision Prevention Assist Plus with Brake Assist | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Attention Assist | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Multibeam LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 front, 1 rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8.0-inch COMAND Online | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Touchpad, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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W176 Facelift vs W177 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class W176 Facelift or Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class W177 better?
The W177 is better for outright performance, boot space, safety assistance and cabin technology. Its 421 hp output and 3.9-second sprint beat the W176 Facelift’s 381 hp and 4.2 seconds, but it costs far more and uses more fuel.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class W177 costs RM509,888 versus RM329,181 for the W176 Facelift, a difference of RM180,707.
Which AMG A-Class is more fuel-efficient?
The W176 Facelift is more efficient on its rated figure, using 6.9 L/100 km versus 8.3 L/100 km for the W177. It also has the larger 56-litre tank, compared with 51 litres.
