[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/expectations-new-a-class\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/expectations-new-a-class\/","headline":"What can we expect from the all-new A-Class?","name":"What can we expect from the all-new A-Class?","description":"Friday 2nd February – make a note of this date because this is when Mercedes-Benz will unveil the all-new A-Class to the world. The physical reveal of the premium small family car will be staged in Amsterdam and you\u2019ll need a personal invite to get it. However, the likes of you and I can still experience the car\u2019s debut via a live stream at https:\/\/media.mercedes-benz.com\/A-Class2018 – a countdown timer says the press conference will begin at 7.00pm CET with the […]","datePublished":"2018-01-29","dateModified":"2018-01-30","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Mercedes-A-Class.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Mercedes-A-Class.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/expectations-new-a-class\/","about":["HOT HATCH"],"wordCount":376,"keywords":["2019 A-Class","hatchback","Mercedes-Benz","Mercedes-Benz A Class"],"articleBody":"Friday 2nd February – make a note of this date because this is when Mercedes-Benz will unveil the all-new A-Class to the world.The physical reveal of the premium small family car will be staged in Amsterdam and you\u2019ll need a personal invite to get it. However, the likes of you and I can still experience the car\u2019s debut via a live stream at https:\/\/media.mercedes-benz.com\/A-Class2018 – a countdown timer says the press conference will begin at 7.00pm CET with the stream starting 15 minutes earlier.Mercedes is well aware of the new car\u2019s relevance. The current-gen A-Class has been a mega-seller, shifting well over 500,000 units in Europe alone.Actual details on the forthcoming model are few and far between, but you can bet your bonce on the fact it\u2019ll be more visually striking, lighter, larger (marginally) and more fuel-efficient than the previous A-Class.Considering there are now plug-in version of the C- and E-Class, it wouldn\u2019t be a surprise if it emerged that Mercedes has managed to find the space to shoehorn a plug-in hybrid powertrain into the hatchback too.A statement from Mercedes praised the current car for contributing to the brand\u2019s \u201cmore youthful brand image\u201d and provided strong hints as to what to expect.It read: \u201cThe new Mercedes-Benz A\u2011Class retains its youthful and dynamic character, yet it is also more grown up and comfortable than ever. It completely redefines modern luxury in the compact class and revolutionises interior design.\u201dWe should expect a more tech-driven interior with confirmation that the cabin will come with what is being called \u2018MBUX – Mercedes-Benz User Experience\u2019.It sounds fancy but it\u2019s essentially an umbrella term for the multimedia system, which is able to learn, thanks to artificial intelligence. It also includes a high-resolution widescreen cockpit with touchscreen control, navigation display with augmented reality technology plus intelligent voice control with natural speech recognition, which is launched by saying \u201cHey Mercedes\u201d.So forget \u201cokay Google\u201d, for Merc drivers, it\u2019s going to be \u201cHey Mercedes\u201d very soon.How soon? That\u2019s unclear. The next-gen A-Class could be in showrooms by the end of the year, but don\u2019t be disappointed if you don\u2019t see it over here until early 2019."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Hot Hatch Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/hot-hatch-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"What can we expect from the all-new A-Class?","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/hot-hatch-cars\/expectations-new-a-class\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]