Mercedes-Benz A-Class A140 Avantgarde 5d (98) (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Seems a lot until you see what is standard equipment - it's fully loaded.
Costs
Group 6 insurance; 10,000-mile service = £160; VED = £105; and a 3-pointed star, too. Mmmmmm…
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On the road
Driving
Mine must be faulty as I can"t make it fall over, despite regularly trying.
Performance
Long-legged gearing means you have to wring the power to make good progress.
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Living with it
Reliability
Minor gremlin (fuel tank sensor misreading) but otherwise five stars.
Image
Tons of image - quirky, ugly and beautiful all-in-one. I can"t stop looking at it…
Comfort
Not as comfortable as a Renault Scenic but good nonetheless and better than most.
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Security and Service
Security
Thatcham Cat 1 alarm + immobiliser both as standard give good peace of mind.
Service
Tip: only deal with a Merc main dealer - a lovely, lovely experience in every way.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Fuel gauge sensor failed and replacement also failed - the only thing really.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes