Mercedes A-Class Polar Star Special Edition

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A sporty and elegant arrival in time for spring

Mercedes-Benz has augmented its successful A-Class line-up by introducing the new "Polar
Star" special edition – a harmonious combination of sporty looks and elegant touches. Since its
launch in autumn 1997, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class has won over a total of some 1.35 million
customers. Equipment and appointments for the "Polar Star" special edition include distinctive
light-alloy wheels, special paint finishes and a selection of new fabrics and trim elements.

The "Polar Star" special edition sees Mercedes-Benz satisfying the wishes of many of its A-
Class customers by including attractive accessories from the optional extras list as standard. In
addition, the Stuttgart-based brand has further enhanced the visual appeal of the trend-setting
compact car. Customers can save up to € 800, compared to the price of a standard model fitted
with optional extras, depending on the chosen specification. There are three lines to choose
from: CLASSIC, ELEGANCE or AVANTGARDE.

The new special edition is available in Saloon or Coupé guise and comes with a choice of
three diesel engines (60 kW/82 hp to 103 kW/140 hp) and four petrol engines (70 kW/95 hp to
142 kW/193 hp).

Thanks to the unique sandwich concept, the new special-edition model delivers the same
outstanding benefits as the rest of the A-Class range, such as renowned Mercedes occupant
safety, exemplary economy of space and exceptional variability. The interior space, for example,
can be extended up to a length of 2.75 metres whilst the load capacity can be increased to 1995
litres.

Furthermore, the A-Class sets new standards in terms of active safety and roadholding by virtue
of innovations such as the parabolic rear axle with precise wheel location and excellent anti-roll
control when cornering, not to mention a unique damping system which adapts the shock
absorber response to the current driving situation, thus combining a high degree of ride comfort
with dynamic handling.

Highlights of the "Polar Star" special edition include:

• An attractive sight and light package with automatically activated headlamps, a bulb failure
  indicator, a rain sensor for the windscreen wipers and a blue filter band for the windscreen

• Large 16-inch light-alloy wheels with new, dynamic seven-spoke styling

• Two new special metallic paint finishes – reef silver and mistral blue – or, as an alternative, cosmos black

• New door trim strips with a black matt/high-sheen effect and discreet genuine-metal edging

• Elegant brushed-aluminium trim elements on the centre console

• Leather multifunction steering wheel, gearshift lever and handbrake lever

• Cruise control

• Radio with CD player

• New-look, sporty seat fabric design

• New floor mats designed specifically for the limited-edition model, with silver-coloured edging and "Polar Star" logo. This logo is also displayed on the triangular panel in front of both exterior mirrors.