Mercedes-Benz A-Class A160 Avantgarde 5d (98) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Paying for the badge.
Costs
Servicing is reasonable with an independant specialist. Main dealer is outrageous!
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On the road
Driving
Good all-round vision from driving position, brakes are adequate but no more.
Performance
Sporty engine very much capable around town and on the dual carriageways.
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Living with it
Reliability
Loads of niggles, but it never stops the car from working. Didnt expect E-Class build quality, but was still disappointed.
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Vocano Red metallic 17" AMG Wheels - it's a cheeky chappie, cannot help loving it even with all its faults.
Comfort
Seats need lumbar support.
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Security and Service
Service
Main dealer expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Rough tickover after a service - traced to a faulty spark plug.
Other
Interior trim/seats rattle, fuel gauge reading is hit and miss (sender unit replaced under warranty). Steering rack replaced under warranty (30,000 miles only). Water leak in the rear headlining onto the parcel shelf - fixed under warranty by dealer.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes