According to a report cited by China Economic Network, Mercedes-Benz, in order to streamline the global product line, confirmed the discontinuation of the A-Class models. The current A-Class hatchback is the last one and will not be launched in the future to replace the model. After the discontinuation of the A-Class models, the CLA will be Mercedes-Benz's most inexpensive entry-level model.
According to the understanding, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class models since 1997 are now the fourth generation of models, the latest generation in 2018 release, 2023 for renewal. Markus Schafer, Mercedes-Benz's chief technology officer, said the brand needs a more globally appealing model, and the hatchback is popular in Europe, but underperforms in China and the US market.
The discontinuation of Mercedes-Benz's A-Class models is not sudden, according to the report. As early as 2022, the A-Class model was withdrawn from the US market, only in Europe and Asia to maintain sales. 2023, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class model for the last time to modify the model. In 2025 January China sales of only 801 units, February rose slightly to 1302 units.
The report pointed out that in addition to Mercedes-Benz A-Class models, BMW 1-series and Audi A3/Q2 also face similar pressure, Ford Focus, Mazda6 and other classic fuel cars have been discontinued. Some analysts say that the rise of Chinese car brands, especially China's new energy car brands, is constantly giving traditional manufacturers “on the strength”. Taking the Mercedes-Benz A-Class model as an example, Chinese brands can find a model with similar or even stronger product power at half the price.
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