Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan V177 Facelift costs RM343,888 against RM325,090 for the outgoing V177, a RM18,798 step up. Both retain 302 hp, all-wheel drive, a 1,570-kg kerb weight and 420-litre boot, so cabin and straight-line differences are modest. The facelift’s 400 Nm arrives at 2,500 rpm rather than 3,000 rpm, adds an eighth DCT ratio and trims the 0-100 km/h time from 4.8 to 4.7 seconds. For Malaysian use, adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, rear air-con vents and a four-year warranty make the newer car easier to justify, provided you can live without the head-up display and lane-keeping steering correction.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan V177 if a lower RM325,090 entry price, head-up display and lane-keeping steering correction matter more than adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan V177 Facelift if you want the 8G DCT, 400 Nm from 2,500 rpm, adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go and a four-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: V177 RM325,090; V177 Facelift RM343,888.
- Torque and 0-100 km/h: V177 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm and 4.8 seconds; V177 Facelift 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm and 4.7 seconds.
- Transmission: V177 AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7-speed DCT; V177 Facelift AMG Speedshift 8G DCT.
- Manufacturer warranty: V177 two years; V177 Facelift four years.
- Cruise control: V177 passive cruise control; V177 Facelift adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- Rear-seat ventilation: V177 no rear air-con vents; V177 Facelift rear air-con vents.
V177
- RM18,798 cheaper to buy.
- Head-up display is fitted.
- Lane-keeping assist provides steering correction.
- Seven-speed DCT versus the facelift’s eight-speed unit.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus four years.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
V177 Facelift
- Eight-speed DCT and 0.1-second quicker 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM18,798 more.
- No head-up display.
- No lane-keeping steering correction listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM325,090✓ | RM343,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM376 | RM376 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 302 hp at 5,800 rpm | 302 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm | 400 Nm at 2,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 14 hp |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission | AMG Speedshift 8G DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 182 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,559 mm | 4,549 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,796 mm |
| Height | 1,411 mm | 1,411 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 1,570 kg | 1,570 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/35R19 | 235/35R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/35R19 | 235/35R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG 5-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG 5-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers, AMG Dynamic Select | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Pelvis, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projector | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 colours) | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Touchpad, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Mercedes me connect, Voice Control, Burmester Sound System, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 12-Speaker 710W Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, MBUX Interior Assistant | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 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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V177 vs V177 Facelift FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan V177 or Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan V177 Facelift better?
The facelift is the better-equipped choice for daily use, adding an 8G DCT, adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, rear air-con vents and a four-year warranty. Choose the outgoing V177 for its lower purchase price, head-up display and lane-keeping steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG A-Class Sedan V177 Facelift costs RM18,798 more than the outgoing V177.
Is the facelift significantly faster?
Not significantly. Both have 302 hp and all-wheel drive; the facelift reaches 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds versus 4.8 seconds. Its 400 Nm torque peak arrives 500 rpm earlier, at 2,500 rpm rather than 3,000 rpm.
