2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Interior Drawings Show Possible Future

Mercedes’ new Front-wheel drive architecture (MFA) which can be configured to run on petrol, diesel, CNG, hybrid technology, fuel cells, etc. will be found on the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class and B-Class. Body styles expected to be seen include hatchbacks, sedans and small crossovers.

Both these entry level Mercedes are said to be more comfortable and futuristic.

Steeringnews took a comparitive look at the interior features of the Current A-Class and the 2013 Mercedes Benz A-Class features and this is what they saw.

Many elements of the cabin are smaller, perhaps less expensive copies of the E-Class’s elements
Seems like the Sat Nav will be easily detachable. The current model has it embedded in the center console.
AC vents resemble the propeller of an small aircraft. Current A-Class has square vents.
The CD/MP3/Radio player is crowded with buttons and controls. Volume control sensibly placed in the middle.

Three AC blowers at the dashboard’s center is a first for Mercedes Benz. They will enhance comfort of rear occupants.
The speedo and tacho dials are inspired from the E-Class.
Red background lighting is retained; intensity and usage remain to be seen.
Smaller 3-spoke steering wheel costs less and gels well with the cabin. U-shape opening on the lower spoke comes from Honda Jazz

Steering mounted audio/blue-tooth connectivity controls identical to current model. Call-answer button moved to the left hand side now.

Door pockets are pushed forward and will increase usability at the cost of leg room.
Square shape large speakers installed in the same location.
Two cup holders in a dumb bell formation instead of one but interestingly hand brake lever is absent between the seats.

Red stitching, on what we assume are leather seats, might be reserved for the sporty trims.
Based on the photos, Mercedes-Benz appears to be on the right track.

source : http://www.autospies.com/news/2013-Mercedes-Benz-A-Class-Interior-Drawings-Show-Possible-Future-61357/