Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A well equipped car for the price (I purchased a Designo interior).

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable service and maintenance costs.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Feels sturdy and safe to drive. I like the high up driving position.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very nippy around town and cruises easily at 90mph on the motorway.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Both front drop links under warranty and that is all.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's a Merc!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    In the front seats, good. In the rear, well a little harsh.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The alarm/immobiliser works, so it must be good.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not had much to do with dealers except for the drop link problem and servicing. Oh and today when I purchased an A160 Avantgarde LWB. :)

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Suspension drop links repaired under warranty at 3000 miles.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No