Next-Gen Mercedes A-Class Adding Multiple Variants

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

The next-generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class will spawn a collection of body styles.

According to a recent report from Autobild, when the new Mercedes A-Class arrives in four years the German automaker plans on creating several bodystyles for the model including a coupe, roadster, sedan and shooting brake. The compact sedan has gained major market appeal with its redesign for the current generation and Mercedes is looking to leverage its popularity by expanding the lineup.

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Similar to what has been done with its C- and E-Class models, the new A-Class will launch in 2018 as a five-door hatchback before the sedan arrives quickly after. A year later, Mercedes will add the coupe, roadster and shooting brake variants with the latter likely exclusive to the European market.

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[Source: Autobild]

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Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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