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Mercedes-Benz New A-Class Features Voice Commands, Semi-Autonomy

The new Mercedes Benz A-Class will feature an all-new multimedia system that includes voice recognition technology with artificial intelligence learning capabilities and semi-autonomous driving capabilities, and will be available in European markets.

by Staff
February 2, 2018
Mercedes-Benz New A-Class Features Voice Commands, Semi-Autonomy

Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz.

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Photo courtesy of Mercedes-Benz.

The new Mercedes Benz A-Class will feature an all-new multimedia system that includes voice recognition technology with artificial intelligence learning capabilities and semi-autonomous driving capabilities, and will be available in European markets.

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The new Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system offers voice recognition akin to Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, and also offers a comprehensive touch screen operation panel and touch control buttons in the steering wheel, according to the automaker. Meanwhile, its semi-autonomous driving capabilities includes Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist, which support the driver by helping drivers keep safe driving distances and manage steering.

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Vehicle speed is now also automatically adjusted on bends, at road junctions and on roundabouts, and the A-Class also includes active emergency stop assist and active lane change assist features, according to the automaker. The A-Class’ Pre-Safe Plus feature also offers rear-end collision prevention.

Under the hood, the A-Class features three different engine options. This includes the A200 which offers a 163-hp, 1.4-liter inline-4 gas engine, which includes the option for a six-speed manual transmission; the A180d which offers a diesel I4 that features 116 hp, and the A250, which offers 224-hp on a 2.0-liter I4. All trims offer a new seven-speed DCT dual clutch transmission.

The new entry-level engine in the A200 is the same as the M282 with a displacement of 1.33 liters, according to the automaker.

It also includes two displays measuring up to 10.25 inches each blend together under a shared glass cover (except with the basic variant with two 7-inch displays) to form a free-standing widescreen cockpit, according to the automaker. Other interior updates include additional shoulder room, elbow room, and headroom.

The A-Class will be available in Europe this summer.

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