The continued demand for ICE vehicles seems to have made Mercedes re-evaluate its decision, alongside a slower demand for its new electric offerings.
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatch Continues Till 2028
German publication Automobilwoche spoke to Jorg Burzer, head of production at Mercedes-Benz, who confirmed the development about retaining the A-Class lineup for longer than the original plan. He further noted that the A-Class sedan continues to be a strong seller in the European market, despite being nearly a decade old. Notably, the continued demand for ICE vehicles seems to have made Mercedes re-evaluate its decision, alongside a slower demand for its new electric offerings.
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Reports suggest Mercedes will update the A-Class hatchback, while production of the sedan ceased earlier this year. The A-Class hatchback will be upgraded to EU7 emission regulations in late 2026. This could align with a second facelift for the model as the car takes on the BMW 1 Series, Audi A3 and the like in the segment.
Furthermore, Mercedes plans to shift the A-Class production to Kecskemet, Hungary, from Rastatt, Germany, in order to make way for the brand’s new offerings. The automaker will be producing its new compact range under the MMA platform at the German plant, comprising the CLA sedan, CLA Shooting Brake (station wagon), GLA and GLB – all of which will be available with ICE and electric powertrain options.
The time is limited for the A-Class range in India. The model will be replaced by the new-generation CLA next year. The concept version was also showcased at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo. The new CLA will take on the recently launched BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe in the segment.
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First Published Date: 29 Jul 2025, 14:11 pm IST
