iApple Products: Mercedes-Benz A-Class matte with red accents from DC Design

Mercedes-Benz A-Class matte with red accents from DC Design - Rush Lane

Mercedes-Benz A-Class is DC Design's latest muse. The compact luxury runs on a 7G-DCT automated 7 speed Dual Clutch Transmission and has an unmistakable sheen that compliments the hatchbacks distinctive radiator grille glimmering with 302 diamond resembling pins.

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While DC Design has taken off the shine with it's matte exterior, the car hasn't lost it's shine. The front however looks vastly altered with the chrome bar on the front grille being replaced by a matte dark grey one. The silver marquee in front too has been replaced by a dark grey matte finish marquee. The front and rear of the vehicle now have red accents borrowing from the A 180 Sport in part.

In a recent development, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, B-Class and CLA-Class built most recently have run into trouble in France in relation to the use of a specific coolant. Last month, Inden Design and Binz gave the 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class an optional AMG package with plenty of carbon fiber.

In India, Mercedes Benz A Class is priced from Rs 21.73 lakh and 22.73 lakh for diesel and petrol model respectively (ex-showroom). Within 10 days of it's launch, it was revealed that a total of 400+ bookings were confirmed. Soon the A Class will have a worthy rival in the form of BMW 1 Series, which is going to be launched in India on 3rd Sep 2013. Unlike the A Class, 1 Series will be sold as CKD, hence attracting lower duty. It will also be offered with a powerful choice of petrol and diesel engines. More details and price of new 1 Series will be revealed on the launch date.

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