Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very well specified for price.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Main dealers are costly for servicing.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good fun, but far too firm.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good for engine size.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    So far, very poor.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Gone down in my estimation.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Reasonable, but too firm a ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No problems so far.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Quite poor considering the company.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Engine management failed at 11,000 miles. Currently being replaced as we speak.

    Other

    Power steering pump replaced and battery replaced.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No